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Prophylactic TBR on Phantom Limb Pain
Sponsor: OrthoCarolina Research Institute, Inc.
Summary
This prospective study seeks to evaluate the effectiveness of prophylactic Targeted Brain Rehabilitation (TBR) in preventing or reducing Phantom Limb Pain (PLP).
Official title: Assessing the Impact of Prophylactic Targeted Brain Rehabilitation (TBR) on Phantom Limb Pain in the Perioperative Period Following Major Amputation, A Prospective Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
13 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
50
Start Date
2026-02-05
Completion Date
2028-12-31
Last Updated
2026-04-06
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Targeted Brain Rehabilitation
Patients will be given a virtual reality headset that is pre-loaded with the targeted brain rehabilitation (TBR) software at the time of their major amputation. The Virtual Reality (VR) environment will consist of a high-fidelity virtual representation of the participant's phantom limb. Participants will use a mounted head display (MHD) to interact with a virtual avatar, with the phantom limb represented as a realistic 3D limb model matching the remaining anatomy and skin tone. The VR system will be set up either in the clinic or at the participant's home, depending on individual circumstances and preferences. The VR protocol will be standardized and include exercises designed to mimic typical occupational therapy session.
Locations (1)
OrthoCarolina Research Institute
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States