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Bofanova N.S.

Penza State University

Bulanov A.A.

Burdenko Regional Clinical Hospital

Yavorsky A.S.

Penza State University

Alekhina E.V.

Penza State University

Virtual reality as a modern trend in rehabilitation of patients with phantom limb pain

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Bofanova N.S., Bulanov A.A., Yavorsky A.S., Alekhina E.V.

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Journal: Russian Journal of Pain. 2021;19(2): 33‑37

DOI: 10.17116/pain20211902133

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VIRTUAL REALITY AS A MODERN TREND IN REHABILITATION OF PATIENTS WITH PHANTOM LIMB PAIN
VIRTUAL REALITY AS A MODERN TREND IN REHABILITATION OF PATIENTS WITH PHANTOM LIMB PAIN

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Bofanova NS, Bulanov AA, Yavorsky AS, Alekhina EV. Virtual reality as a modern trend in rehabilitation of patients with phantom limb pain. Russian Journal of Pain. 2021;19(2):33‑37. (In Russ.)
https://doi.org/10.17116/pain20211902133

 
 
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Abstract:

Various pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods are currently used in the treatment of patients with phantom limb pain. However, only 15% of patients relieve pain despite a wide range of rehabilitation tools. This problem stimulates a constant searching for innovative approaches in rehabilitation of these patients. Virtual reality technology is perspective in the treatment of such patients. The trials devoted to this method are analyzed in the article. These reports are few, but they emphasize an effectiveness of this method in rehabilitation of patients with phantom limb pain. Individual approach to the choice of virtual reality programs is required since patients can experience a fear of pain aggravation and refuse virtual reality sessions. The need for new effective rehabilitation approaches justifies comprehensive study of virtual reality technology and creation of evidence base through methodologically reliable researches.

Keywords:

chronic pain
virtual reality
medical rehabilitation

Authors:

Bofanova N.S.

Penza State University

Bulanov A.A.

Burdenko Regional Clinical Hospital

Yavorsky A.S.

Penza State University

Alekhina E.V.

Penza State University

Received:

10.04.2021

Accepted:

21.04.2021

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