Jun 11, 2025
Phantom limb pain affects nearly 40% of amputees, often persisting despite medications and therapy. Shaun Mendenhall, MD, outlines why surgical techniques like targeted muscle reinnervation (TMR) and regenerative peripheral nerve interface (RPNI) are now recommended. Discover how these procedures reduce pain by connecting nerve endings to muscles or reshaping residual limbs for better prosthetic use. Whether you’ve struggled for months or years, find out how early intervention can improve outcomes and quality of life.