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The purpose of this qualitative phenomenological study was to explore the adaptation process of support group participants who are survivors of lower limb amputation (LLA) experiencing phantom limb pain (PLP). The study followed a qualitative, descriptive phenomenological design. Ten adult participants with LLA met inclusion criteria and through semi-structured interviews shared their lived experience. A qualitative descriptive methodology was used to analyze the data collected from interview transcriptions. Analysis involved coding and theme development. Three themes emerged: PLP interrupted but does not prevent participation, adapting to PLP allowed for continued participation in meaningful occupations, and education to promote self-management of PLP. Themes identified highlight the importance of social support and early education on PLP to facilitate the adaption process and promote occupational participation. The finding underscores the value of empowering survivors to self-manage pain through their own personal and unique ways.
Assuntos
Membro Fantasma , Adulto , Amputação Cirúrgica , Humanos , Medição da Dor , Pesquisa Qualitativa , Grupos de AutoajudaRESUMO
Resumen: El tomógrafo por emisión de positrones (PET, por sus siglas en inglés [positron emission tomography]) es una poderosa herramienta no invasiva para el diagnóstico clínico e investigación in vivo por medio de imágenes empleada en humanos y animales de laboratorio. Se han desarrollado equipos exclusivos para los diversos modelos animales con los beneficios de esta técnica para el estudio de diferentes enfermedades.
Abstract: The positron emission tomography , PET scan (Positron Emission Tomography) is a powerful noninvasive tool for clinical diagnosis and research in vivo by means of images used in humans and laboratory animals. We have developed exclusive equipment for the various animal models with the benefits of this technique for the study of different diseases.
