Research has demonstrated that phantom limb pain can be alleviated through the use of:
A)further amputation.
B)destroying remaining nerves in the limb stump.
C)using a mirror to fool the sensory system into perceiving the missing limb.
D)acupuncture.

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Using a mirror to create the illusion of the missing limb can help alleviate phantom limb pain by tricking the brain into perceiving movement and presence of the limb, which can reduce pain sensations.

Research Has Demonstrated That Phantom Limb Pain Can Be Alleviated