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best summary of treatment of complex regional pain syndrome

Kim Garcia
08/07/08
Kim Garcia
Topics:Chronic PainSciaticaPain Management

My sister has just been diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome after surgery in Anchorage, AK.  She has heard that there is a window in which this can be most successfully treated.  Can you suggest a course of treatment, including alternative therapies, schedules, medications, etc.?  Is there a treatment facility specializing in this disorder?  Is there one in Alaska, or would she need to travel?  thank you

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Dawna
Sunday, August 17, 2008

Hi, I have had rsd (complex regional pain syndrome) for about a year. There is more of a chance for remission if caught early on. They start out with physical therapy, pain meds, they also use anti-depressants or anti-convulsants to control symptoms. I know there are procedures also when (hopefully if for your sister) things progress. A great website for info is www.RSDS.org. I hope your sister is cured.          Dawna

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