November 2006 PMID 17053811

Phantom limb pain: a case of maladaptive CNS plasticity?

Herta Flor, Lone Nikolajsen, Troels Staehelin Jensen

Mentions

19
Peak: 2 in Jan 2022
across 4 sources since May 2020

Extended reach

176,418
potential audience

Total likes

1,744

Video views

159,539

Mentions per month

May 2020 – Oct 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter11 posts
  • Blogs4 articles
  • YouTube2 videos
  • News2 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The overall sentiment reflects genuine interest and recognition of the scientific importance of the publication, exemplified by comments like 'interested in gaining more in-depth knowledge' and sharing of educational resources. The tone is curious and respectful, emphasizing the significance of understanding brain plasticity in phantom limb pain, which contributes to the moderate scores across engagement and impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most comments acknowledge the validity of the research and its explanation of phantom limb pain as a CNS plasticity issue, especially the reference to scientific studies like the one by Flor et al.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions show a high level of curiosity, with users expressing a desire to learn more about the neuroplasticity involved and sharing resources for deeper understanding.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts include references to explanations, personal insights, and questions, indicating meaningful interaction with the topic but not necessarily deep debate or critique.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussion suggests moderate impact, as users find the research noteworthy and relevant, though few indicate plans for practical application or policy change.

Abstract in brief

  • Phantom limb pain is caused by maladaptive changes in the central nervous system (CNS), especially in the brain's cortex, rather than just being a mental disorder or physical damage at the stump.
  • Evidence from both animal and human studies indicates that plastic changes in the brain's neural networks contribute to phantom pain, highlighting it as a CNS phenomenon.
  • Understanding these mechanisms can lead to new treatment strategies focused on reversing or modifying these cortical plasticity changes to help reduce phantom limb pain.]

Top posts

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FT. Carlos Carmona
@CarmonaFisio · X

PLASTICIDAD MAL APAPTATIVA En amputados con síndrome de miembro fantasma, el área del cerebro de la parte corporal que no existe es ocupada por otras áreas adyacentes y el dolor es propio de esta ocupación de las áreas corticales. https://t.co/zYQDUdzP60

Jun 29, 2022 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 740 followers View post →
Lady Oleaceae
@LadyOleaceae · X

Since I researched it a super long time ago and I am definitely not a neurologist or scientist, here is a short YouTube clip that explains it in a more sciencey way and for accuracy hopefully

Apr 4, 2025 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,302 followers View post →
Abdulla Saeed
@bluepeaceAbla · X

https://t.co/EFlrmm2l9T

Dec 8, 2022 · 1 like · 217 followers View post →
Kanch D (ADHD)
@kanch7 · X

@gunsnrosesgirl3 https://t.co/zgX0xhDAAG

May 24, 2022 · 1 like · 212 followers View post →
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@LVeltella · X

@RoyLaTouche Interesante que el dolor del miembro fantasma se incluya dentro del dolor neuropático periférico

Jan 2, 2022 · 1 like · 73 followers View post →
Jordan James Etem
@JordanJamesEtem · X

Flor, H., Nikolajsen, L., Staehelin Jensen, T.: Phantom limb pain: a case of maladaptive CNS plasticity? Nat. Rev. Neurosci. 7(11), 873–881 (2006) @WellsFargo @jpmorgan

Mar 31, 2023 · 12,636 followers View post →

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Lady Oleaceae
@LadyOleaceae · X

@WabKinew Here is a two minute clip about a phenomenon called phantom limb in which people can experience pain in other parts of their bodies due to the way that our brains respond to loss of healthy parts. https://t.co/565KEn2tjI

Oct 17, 2025 · 1,302 followers View post →
x
@xB0B99855 · X

RT @LadyOleaceae: Since I researched it a super long time ago and I am definitely not a neurologist or scientist, here is a short YouTube c…

Apr 4, 2025 · 1 share · 39 followers View post →
Lady Oleaceae
@LadyOleaceae · X

Since I researched it a super long time ago and I am definitely not a neurologist or scientist, here is a short YouTube clip that explains it in a more sciencey way and for accuracy hopefully

Apr 4, 2025 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,302 followers View post →
Phantom Limb
@PHANTOM__LIMB_ · X

Interested in gaining more in-depth knowledge on the subject of Phantom Limb Pain?

Mar 18, 2024 · 5 followers View post →
Jake Lionlight
@JLionlight · X

@MiracleJanet @MaryLouGrier1 @OliveOwl6 @coulterculture @jacelala @BernadineBlntly However, how consciousness perceives information is unknown, a man burning his hands off without the sense of touch may endure other forms of suffering. Phantom pain syndrome. https://t.co/HXa2GRmuQy

Feb 16, 2024 · 178 followers View post →
Jordan James Etem
@JordanJamesEtem · X

Flor, H., Nikolajsen, L., Staehelin Jensen, T.: Phantom limb pain: a case of maladaptive CNS plasticity? Nat. Rev. Neurosci. 7(11), 873–881 (2006) @WellsFargo @jpmorgan

Mar 31, 2023 · 12,636 followers View post →
Abdulla Saeed
@bluepeaceAbla · X

https://t.co/EFlrmm2l9T

Dec 8, 2022 · 1 like · 217 followers View post →
FT. Carlos Carmona
@CarmonaFisio · X

PLASTICIDAD MAL APAPTATIVA En amputados con síndrome de miembro fantasma, el área del cerebro de la parte corporal que no existe es ocupada por otras áreas adyacentes y el dolor es propio de esta ocupación de las áreas corticales. https://t.co/zYQDUdzP60

Jun 29, 2022 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 740 followers View post →
Kanch D (ADHD)
@kanch7 · X

@gunsnrosesgirl3 https://t.co/zgX0xhDAAG

May 24, 2022 · 1 like · 212 followers View post →
Manymanyvideos
@manymanyvideos · X

https://t.co/tTJ8abhrkH

Jan 24, 2022 · 168 followers View post →
L
@LVeltella · X

@RoyLaTouche Interesante que el dolor del miembro fantasma se incluya dentro del dolor neuropático periférico

Jan 2, 2022 · 1 like · 73 followers View post →