Phantom Sensations
Can post-amputation rehabilitation tools and systems help prevent the manifestation of phantom limb pain? Phantom limb pain is the sensation created by the brain following the misinterpretation of nerve signals from the stump. It is where our physical biology and intangible psychology overlap, challenging conventional understandings of the body and its capabilities. Once the phantom pain has begun it is very difficult to avoid.
This project proposes a pre-emptive approach to the issue: the objects are designed to be used during the post-amputation rehabilitation phase, enabling a stronger link between the brain and the missing limb. Aiding the brain and the body to understand and come to terms with the loss of a limb, will allow them to remap and prevent future pain.
The series of tools are divided into three sections: Healing, Movement, and Stimulation. The interaction of each item with the body helps to re-educate the muscles and movement in the area, reducing the likelihood of pain. They create an analogue way of allowing people to re-strengthen and adapt to their new physical self.
