A syndrome characterized by severe burning pain in an extremity accompanied by sudomotor, vasomotor, and trophic changes in bone without an associated specific nerve injury. This condition is most often precipitated by trauma to soft tissue or nerve complexes. The skin over the affected region is usually erythematous and demonstrates hypersensitivity to tactile stimuli and erythema. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1360; Pain 1995 Oct;63(1):127-33)
General or unspecified injuries involving the foot.
The TARSAL BONES; METATARSAL BONES; and PHALANGES OF TOES. The tarsal bones consists of seven bones: CALCANEUS; TALUS; cuboid; navicular; internal; middle; and external cuneiform bones. The five metatarsal bones are numbered one through five, running medial to lateral. There are 14 phalanges in each foot, the great toe has two while the other toes have three each.
General or unspecified injuries to the hand.
The distal part of the arm beyond the wrist in humans and primates, that includes the palm, fingers, and thumb.
A complex regional pain syndrome characterized by burning pain and marked sensitivity to touch (HYPERESTHESIA) in the distribution of an injured peripheral nerve. Autonomic dysfunction in the form of sudomotor (i.e., sympathetic innervation to sweat glands), vasomotor, and trophic skin changes may also occur. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1359)
An involuntary movement or exercise of function in a part, excited in response to a stimulus applied to the periphery and transmitted to the brain or spinal cord.
The removal or interruption of some part of the sympathetic nervous system for therapeutic or research purposes.

Osteoarthritis and risk of falls, rates of bone loss, and osteoporotic fractures. Study of Osteoporotic Fractures Research Group. (1/114)

OBJECTIVE: To examine the association between osteoarthritis (OA), as defined by radiographic evidence and self report, and osteoporotic fractures, falls, and bone loss in a cohort of elderly white women. METHODS: A cohort of 5,552 elderly women from the Study of Osteoporotic Fractures was followed up prospectively for a mean of 7.4 years. Self-reported, physician-diagnosed OA was recorded at interview, and radiologic OA of the hip and hand were defined from pelvis and hand radiographs obtained at baseline by validated techniques. Prevalent and incident vertebral fractures were detected by vertebral morphometry, and data on incident fractures and falls were collected by postcard surveys; fractures were confirmed by radiography. Bone mineral density (BMD) was measured on 2 occasions at the hip, lumbar spine, and calcaneus, and rates of bone loss were calculated. RESULTS: Women with radiographic hip OA had a reduced risk of recurrent falls in the first year (relative risk [RR] 0.7, 95% confidence interval [95% CI] 0.5-0.95). However, those with self-reported OA had an increased risk of falls (RR 1.4, 95% CI 1.2-1.5). Radiographic hip OA was associated with reduced bone loss in the femoral neck compared with controls (mean +/- SD -0.29+/-0.09%/year versus -0.51+/-0.03%/year; P = 0.018). However, radiographic hip OA showed nonsignificant trends toward increased bone loss at the calcaneus and lumbar spine. There was no significant association between self-reported OA or radiographic hand OA with bone loss. No definition of OA was associated with incident nonvertebral fracture, hip fracture, or vertebral fracture. CONCLUSION: Despite having increased BMD compared with controls, subjects with OA did not have a significantly reduced risk of osteoporotic fracture, although there was a trend toward a reduced risk of femoral neck fractures in subjects with severe radiographic OA. The failure of the observed increase in BMD to translate into a reduced fracture risk may be due, in part, to the number and type of falls sustained by subjects with OA. Patients with OA should not be considered to be at a lower risk of fracture than the general population. Physicians should be aware that a high BMD in patients with OA may be falsely reassuring.  (+info)

Morbidity in reflex sympathetic dystrophy. (2/114)

Reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), an unusual diagnosis in general paediatrics, is well recognised by paediatric rheumatologists. This study reports the presentation and the clinical course of 46 patients (35 female, age range 8-15.2) with RSD. The patients saw professionals from an average of 2.3 specialties (range 1-5). Twenty five (54%) had a history of trauma. Median time to diagnosis was 12 weeks (range 1-130). Many children had multiple investigations and treatments. Once diagnosis was made, treatment followed with physiotherapy and analgesics. Median time to recovery was seven weeks (range 1-140), with 27.5% relapsing. Nine children required assessment by the child and adolescent psychiatry team. This disease, though rare, has significant morbidity and it is therefore important to raise clinicians' awareness of RSD in childhood. Children with the condition may then be recognised and referred for appropriate management earlier, and spared unnecessary investigations and treatments which may exacerbate the condition.  (+info)

Reflex sympathetic dystrophy in hypophosphataemic osteomalacia with femoral neck fracture: a case report. (3/114)

We report a male patient who presented with suspicion of skeletal metastases based upon an abnormal 99-mTc bone scan, which showed increased uptake at both femoral heads, left femoral neck, and several ribs. The images also suggested reflex sympathetic dystrophy, subcapital fracture of the left femur, and rib fractures. A diagnosis of hypophosphataemic osteomalacia was finally made.  (+info)

Pain relief in complex regional pain syndrome due to spinal cord stimulation does not depend on vasodilation. (4/114)

BACKGROUND: Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is known to relieve pain in patients with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) and, in general, to cause vasodilation. The vasodilatory effect of SCS is hypothesized to be secondary to inhibition of sympathetically mediated vasoconstriction, or through antidromic impulses resulting in release of vasoactive substances. The aim of the present study was to assess whether pain relief in CRPS after SCS is, in fact, dependent on vasodilation. In addition, we tried to determine which of the potential mechanisms may cause the vasodilatory effect that is generally found after SCS. METHODS: Twenty-four of 36 patients with unilateral CRPS responded to the test of SCS. Twenty-two of these 24 responders (hand, n = 14; foot, n = 8) who had undergone previous sympathectomy were enrolled for the study. In addition, 20 control subjects (10 controls for each extremity) were studied. By means of laser Doppler flowmetry, the skin microcirculation of the patients was measured bilaterally while the SCS system was switched off and while it was activated. Control subjects (n = 20) were tested once only. The ratio of the rest flow at heart level and the dependent position was defined as the vasoconstriction index. RESULTS: Both in affected hands and feet, patients were found to have lower vasoconstriction indices (P < 0.01) as compared with controls, indicating a decreased sympathetic tone. Applying SCS did not result in any microcirculatory change as compared with baseline or the contralateral clinically unaffected side. CONCLUSIONS: The current study failed to show that SCS influences skin microcirculation in patients with CRPS and a low sympathetic tone. Therefore, we may conclude that pain relief in CRPS due to SCS is possible without vasodilation. Because sympathetic activity was greatly decreased in our patients, these results support the hypothesis that the vasodilation that is normally found with SCS is due to an inhibitory effect on sympathetically maintained vasoconstriction.  (+info)

Spinal cord stimulation in patients with chronic reflex sympathetic dystrophy. (5/114)

BACKGROUND: Chronic reflex sympathetic dystrophy (also called the complex regional pain syndrome) is a painful, disabling disorder for which there is no proven treatment. In observational studies, spinal cord stimulation has reduced the pain associated with the disorder. METHODS: We performed a randomized trial involving patients who had had reflex sympathetic dystrophy for at least six months. Thirty-six patients were assigned to receive treatment with spinal cord stimulation plus physical therapy, and 18 were assigned to receive physical therapy alone. The spinal cord stimulator was implanted only if a test stimulation was successful. We assessed the intensity of pain (on a visual-analogue scale from 0 cm [no pain] to 10 cm [very severe pain]), the global perceived effect (on a scale from 1 [worst ever] to 7 [best ever]), functional status, and the health-related quality of life. RESULTS: The test stimulation of the spinal cord was successful in 24 patients; the other 12 patients did not receive implanted stimulators. In an intention-to-treat analysis, the group assigned to receive spinal cord stimulation plus physical therapy had a mean reduction of 2.4 cm in the intensity of pain at six months, as compared with an increase of 0.2 cm in the group assigned to receive physical therapy alone (P<0.001 for the comparison between the two groups). In addition, the proportion of patients with a score of 6 ("much improved") for the global perceived effect was much higher in the spinal cord stimulation group than in the control group (39 percent vs. 6 percent, P=0.01). There was no clinically important improvement in functional status. The health-related quality of life improved only in the 24 patients who actually underwent implantation of a spinal cord stimulator. Six of the 24 patients had complications that required additional procedures, including removal of the device in 1 patient. CONCLUSIONS: In carefully selected patients with chronic reflex sympathetic dystrophy, electrical stimulation of the spinal cord can reduce pain and improve the health-related quality of life.  (+info)

Intrathecal baclofen for the treatment of dystonia in patients with reflex sympathetic dystrophy. (6/114)

BACKGROUND AND METHODS: Patients with reflex sympathetic dystrophy (also known as the complex regional pain syndrome) may have dystonia, which is often unresponsive to treatment. Some forms of dystonia respond to the intrathecal administration of baclofen, a specific gamma-aminobutyric acid-receptor (type B) agonist that inhibits sensory input to the neurons of the spinal cord. We evaluated this treatment in seven women who had reflex sympathetic dystrophy with multifocal or generalized tonic dystonia. First, we performed a double-blind, randomized, controlled crossover trial of bolus intrathecal injections of 25, 50, and 75 microg of baclofen and placebo. Changes in the severity of dystonia were assessed by the woman and by an investigator after each injection. In the second phase of the study, six of the women received a subcutaneous pump for continuous intrathecal administration of baclofen and were followed for 0.5 to 3 years. RESULTS: In six women, bolus injections of 50 and 75 microg of baclofen resulted in complete or partial resolution of focal dystonia of the hands but little improvement in dystonia of the legs. During continuous therapy, three women regained normal hand function, and two of these three women regained the ability to walk (one only indoors). In one woman who received continuous therapy, the pain and violent jerks disappeared and the dystonic posturing of the arm decreased. In two women the spasms or restlessness of the legs decreased, without any change in the dystonia. CONCLUSIONS: In some patients, the dystonia associated with reflex sympathetic dystrophy responds markedly to intrathecal baclofen.  (+info)

Diagnosing sensory abnormalities with either normal values or values from contralateral skin: comparison of two approaches in complex regional pain syndrome I. (7/114)

BACKGROUND: To diagnose sensory abnormalities, patient values can be compared with values of the general population (absolute approach) or to values measured at contralateral homologous skin (relative approach). The current study gives normal values for both approaches and compares the advantages of each method by applying the technique to patients with complex regional pain syndrome type I (CRPS I). METHODS: In 50 healthy control subjects, sensory and pain thresholds were measured for pressure, warmth, and cold on both wrists and both feet. In 53 patients with unilateral CRPS I (33 hand, 20 foot), the same assessments were conducted twice, at an interval of 1 month. RESULTS: In control subjects, contralateral homologous sides have approximately the same sensitivity, supporting the validity of the relative approach in patients. Hypoesthesia and allodynia can be diagnosed by either the absolute or relative approach, whereas hyperesthesia and hypoalgesia can only be identified with the relative approach. The two approaches obtain different results in 20% of cases. Age, gender, and subject criteria may influence the absolute but not the relative approach. Both approaches are comparable with regard to reproducibility. Frequency distributions of sensory abnormalities in chronic CRPS I are presented. The most frequent diagnoses were cold allodynia and mechanical hypoesthesia and allodynia. CONCLUSIONS: To divide sensory characteristics into a binary classification of "normal" and "abnormal," the relative approach is the best choice, with the exception of cases in which the contralateral homologous side is absent or affected by disease. The authors recommend the relative approach for both research and clinical purposes.  (+info)

Acceptance of the different denominations for reflex sympathetic dystrophy. (8/114)

OBJECTIVE: To elucidate the real impact in the medical literature of the different denominations for reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD). METHODS: A search was performed through the Medline database (WinSPIRS, SilverPlatter International, NS), from 1995 to 1999, including the following descriptors: RSD, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), CRPS type I, algodystrophy, Sudeck, shoulder-hand syndrome, transient osteoporosis, causalgia, and CRPS type II. RESULTS: The descriptor RSD was detected in 576 references, algodystrophy in 54, transient osteoporosis in 42, CRPS type I in 24, Sudeck in 16, and shoulder-hand syndrome in 11. One hundred records were obtained for the descriptor causalgia and five for CRPS type II. The descriptor RSD was detected in the title of 262 references, algodystrophy in 29, transient osteoporosis in 29, CRPS type I in 15, Sudeck in 3, shoulder-hand syndrome in 5, causalgia in 17, and CRPS type II in 3 references. CONCLUSIONS: The new CRPS terminology has not effectively replaced the old one. RSD and causalgia are the most used denominations.  (+info)

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), also known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), is a chronic pain condition that most often affects a limb after an injury or trauma. It is characterized by prolonged or excessive pain and sensitivity, along with changes in skin color, temperature, and swelling.

The symptoms of RSD/CRPS are thought to be caused by an overactive sympathetic nervous system, which controls involuntary bodily functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, and sweating. In RSD/CRPS, the sympathetic nerves are believed to send incorrect signals to the brain, causing it to perceive intense pain even in the absence of any actual tissue damage.

RSD/CRPS can be classified into two types: Type 1, which occurs after an injury or trauma that did not directly damage the nerves, and Type 2, which occurs after a distinct nerve injury. The symptoms of both types are similar, but Type 2 is typically more severe and may involve more widespread nerve damage.

Treatment for RSD/CRPS usually involves a combination of medications, physical therapy, and other therapies such as spinal cord stimulation or sympathetic nerve blocks. Early diagnosis and treatment can help improve outcomes and reduce the risk of long-term complications.

Foot injuries refer to any damage or trauma caused to the various structures of the foot, including the bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, and nerves. These injuries can result from various causes such as accidents, sports activities, falls, or repetitive stress. Common types of foot injuries include fractures, sprains, strains, contusions, dislocations, and overuse injuries like plantar fasciitis or Achilles tendonitis. Symptoms may vary depending on the type and severity of the injury but often include pain, swelling, bruising, difficulty walking, and reduced range of motion. Proper diagnosis and treatment are crucial to ensure optimal healing and prevent long-term complications.

'Foot bones,' also known as the tarsal and metatarsal bones, are the 26 bones that make up the foot in humans. The foot is divided into three parts: the hindfoot, midfoot, and forefoot.

The hindfoot contains two bones: the talus, which connects to the leg bone (tibia), and the calcaneus (heel bone). These bones form the ankle joint and heel.

The midfoot is made up of five irregularly shaped bones called the navicular, cuboid, and three cuneiform bones. These bones help form the arch of the foot and connect the hindfoot to the forefoot.

The forefoot contains the metatarsals (five long bones) and the phalanges (14 small bones). The metatarsals connect the midfoot to the toes, while the phalanges make up the toes themselves.

These bones work together to provide stability, support, and movement for the foot, allowing us to walk, run, and jump.

Hand injuries refer to any damage or harm caused to the structures of the hand, including the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, blood vessels, and skin. These injuries can result from various causes such as trauma, overuse, or degenerative conditions. Examples of hand injuries include fractures, dislocations, sprains, strains, cuts, burns, and insect bites. Symptoms may vary depending on the type and severity of the injury, but they often include pain, swelling, stiffness, numbness, weakness, or loss of function in the hand. Proper diagnosis and treatment are crucial to ensure optimal recovery and prevent long-term complications.

In medical terms, a hand is the part of the human body that is attached to the forearm and consists of the carpus (wrist), metacarpus, and phalanges. It is made up of 27 bones, along with muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other soft tissues. The hand is a highly specialized organ that is capable of performing a wide range of complex movements and functions, including grasping, holding, manipulating objects, and communicating through gestures. It is also richly innervated with sensory receptors that provide information about touch, temperature, pain, and proprioception (the sense of the position and movement of body parts).

Causalgia is a type of complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) that occurs after a nerve injury. It is characterized by severe, persistent burning pain, sensitivity to touch, and changes in skin color, temperature, and swelling in the affected limb. These symptoms are often disproportionate to the severity of the initial injury.

Causalgia was originally described as a symptom of nerve injuries sustained during wartime, but it can also occur after trauma, surgery, or other types of nerve damage. The exact cause of causalgia is not fully understood, but it is thought to involve abnormalities in the nervous system's processing of pain signals.

Treatment for causalgia typically involves a combination of medications, physical therapy, and other therapies to manage pain and improve function. In some cases, more invasive treatments such as nerve blocks or spinal cord stimulation may be recommended.

A reflex is an automatic, involuntary and rapid response to a stimulus that occurs without conscious intention. In the context of physiology and neurology, it's a basic mechanism that involves the transmission of nerve impulses between neurons, resulting in a muscle contraction or glandular secretion.

Reflexes are important for maintaining homeostasis, protecting the body from harm, and coordinating movements. They can be tested clinically to assess the integrity of the nervous system, such as the knee-j jerk reflex, which tests the function of the L3-L4 spinal nerve roots and the sensitivity of the stretch reflex arc.

Sympathectomy is a surgical procedure that involves interrupting the sympathetic nerve pathways. These nerves are part of the autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary bodily functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, sweating, and digestion. The goal of sympathectomy is to manage conditions like hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), Raynaud's phenomenon, and certain types of chronic pain.

There are different types of sympathectomy, including thoracic sympathectomy (which targets the sympathetic nerves in the chest), lumbar sympathectomy (which targets the sympathetic nerves in the lower back), and cervical sympathectomy (which targets the sympathetic nerves in the neck). The specific type of procedure depends on the location of the affected nerves and the condition being treated.

Sympathectomy is usually performed using minimally invasive techniques, such as endoscopic surgery, which involves making small incisions and using specialized instruments to access the nerves. While sympathectomy can be effective in managing certain conditions, it carries risks such as nerve damage, bleeding, infection, and chronic pain.

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  • Reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD) is a type of complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). (healthline.com)
  • Complex regional pain syndrome type 1 (CRPS 1), formerly known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), is an incompletely understood response of the body to an external stimulus, resulting in pain that is usually nonanatomic and disproportionate to the inciting event or expected healing response. (medscape.com)
  • The CRPS-related inflammation may change the sympathetic tone of blood vessels and, therefore, affect blood supply and tissue oxygenation. (medscape.com)
  • [ 5 ] Although osteoporosis is found in as many as 60% of patients with upper extremity reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), it is not specific, often representing changes of disuse secondary to the pain associated with CRPS 1. (medscape.com)
  • RESEARCH OBJECTIVES Background Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), formerly known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), is a chronic debilitating condition characterized by severe burning pain, pathological changes in bone and skin, excessive sweating, tissue swelling, and extreme sensitivity to touch. (nih.gov)
  • Current theories of the potential mechanisms of CRPS/RSD are based on the notion that a pathologic sympathetically maintained reflex arc is involved in the generation and maintenance of pain. (nih.gov)
  • Moreover, a reflex arc has not been demonstrated in CRPS/RSD. (nih.gov)
  • Several plausible theories have been advanced to explain the CRPS/RSD disorder, including the formation of dysfunctional synapses after peripheral nerve injury, sensitization of peripheral sensory receptors, abnormal discharges in sympathetic and nociceptive afferent nerves after trauma, improper communication with the central nervous system through damaged and necrotic nerve endings, spontaneous electrical discharges, and increased responsiveness to high-threshold and slow conducting C-fibers. (nih.gov)
  • The term CRPS is not widely known outside IASP circles, and although this revised nomenclature at least dispensed with the inclusion of the sympathetic nervous system, the definitions pose further questions, and yet another classification has recently been proposed in the journal Pain . (bmj.com)
  • Reflex sympathetic dystrophy, also known as RSD or RSDS, is one of several pain syndromes better described collectively as complex regional pain syndromes, or CRPS . (myfootshop.com)
  • Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), which is also known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS ) , is an amplified musculoskeletal pain syndrome. (bright-healthcare.com)
  • Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) or Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic and often disabling condition that can be caused by the negligence of another. (schmidtlaw.com)
  • Millions of Americans suffer from Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) or Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), a chronic and progressive neurological syndrome. (schmidtlaw.com)
  • Reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), also known as complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) Type I , is a chronic pain syndrome that can affect any part of the body, however, it occurs most frequently in the hands, feet, arms, legs, shoulders or knees. (menieres-guidebook.com)
  • If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), also known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), you may be facing significant challenges in managing daily activities and maintaining gainful employment. (slepian.com)
  • Reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), also called complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), is a chronic neurological syndrome in which an injury to nerve or soft tissue does not heal properly and the sympathetic nerve system functions abnormally. (thaiwaymassage.com)
  • On behalf of the RSDSA Board of Directors and the Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) community which we represent, the Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association (RSDSA) vehemently opposes your decision to discontinue paying for OxyContin in 2018 and switching to Xtampza ER as its "clinically equivalent" substitution. (ipetitions.com)
  • Today's broadcast is covering Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) or more specifically Complex Regional Pain Syndrome type 1 (CRPS-1). (powerhealthtalk.com)
  • is a Colorado CRPS and Colorado RSD lawyer that works with attorneys throughout Colorado as well as throughout the country on Colorado Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and Colorado Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy cases. (shislerlaw.com)
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  • 5. Vascular abnormalities in reflex sympathetic dystrophy (CRPS I): mechanisms and diagnostic value. (nih.gov)
  • CRPS type I was previously known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy (see also Complex Regional Pain Syndrome: Treatment Guidelines ), and type II was known as causalgia. (msdmanuals.com)
  • The sympathetic nervous system is more involved in CRPS than in other neuropathic pain syndromes. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), previously known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD) and causalgia, can be a debilitating complication of pain associated with limb trauma, including surgery. (bcmj.org)
  • This condition has had many synonyms, including minor causalgia, post-traumatic vasomotor disorder, Sudeck's atrophy (a term which, strictly speaking, applies to the radiological appearance of osteoporosis), algodystrophy, and reflex sympathetic dystrophy. (bmj.com)
  • Because patients with ischaemic limbs were often treated by sympathectomy, Leriche argued by analogy that causalgia was due to an "irritation of the sympathetic" and might be alleviated by sympathectomy. (bmj.com)
  • This condition was previously known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy, Sudeck's atrophy, shoulder-hand syndrome, or causalgia. (orthoinfo.org)
  • 3. Traumatic neuralgias: complex regional pain syndromes (reflex sympathetic dystrophy and causalgia): clinical characteristics, pathophysiological mechanisms and therapy. (nih.gov)
  • Sympathetic reflex dystrophy and causalgia]. (nih.gov)
  • Causalgia syndrome is a pain syndrome caused by damage to the peripheral nerve and irritation of its sympathetic fibers, manifested by intense pains of a burning nature, vasomotor and trophic disorders of the zone of its innervation. (medprep.info)
  • Injecting an anesthetic (numbing medicine) near the contributing sympathetic nerves can reduce symptoms. (orthoinfo.org)
  • Reflex sympathetic dystrophy - learn about the onset, symptoms and treatment options - part of the Myfootshop.com Foot and Ankle Knowledge Base. (myfootshop.com)
  • Symptoms of presyncope and syncope are infrequently reported among patients suffering from Complex Regional Pain Syndrome or Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Pain. (epainassist.com)
  • A variety of other conditions can mimic the signs and symptoms of reflex sympathetic dystrophy and have to be ruled out before a definite diagnosis of RSD can be established. (menieres-guidebook.com)
  • The symptoms of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) commonly affect an arm and/or shoulder, and sometimes a leg and/or hip. (bergenpain.com)
  • What are the Symptoms of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD)? (drug-attorneys.com)
  • 19. Signs and symptoms in complex regional pain syndrome type I/reflex sympathetic dystrophy: judgment of the physician versus objective measurement. (nih.gov)
  • RSD occurs when your sympathetic nervous system and immune system malfunction because of nerve damage. (healthline.com)
  • Treatment options for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) include physical therapy, whirlpool or paraffin wax baths, ice or heat applications or a special device known as a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator (TENS). (bergenpain.com)
  • Your doctor may prescribe topical analgesics, antidepressants, corticosteroids, opioids, physical therapy, sympathetic nerve blocks, spinal cord stimulations, or intrathecal drug pumps to deliver opioids and local anesthetic agents via the spinal cord. (disabilitylawfirmnc.com)
  • RSD was originally thought to be the result of malfunctioning nerves of the sympathetic nervous system-the part of the nervous system responsible, for example, for controlling the diameter of blood vessels. (drug-attorneys.com)
  • Although there have been many anecdotal reports of pain relief after local anesthetic or pharmacological sympathetic ganglion blockade, the sympathetic nervous system is not involved in every case. (nih.gov)
  • Treatment includes drugs, physical therapy, and sympathetic blockade. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Nonetheless, only some patients respond to sympathetic manipulation (ie, central or peripheral sympathetic blockade). (msdmanuals.com)
  • Intravenous regional sympathetic blockade with guanethidine (octadine) or reserpine (a special anesthesia technique that also has a therapeutic effect). (medprep.info)
  • To qualify for disability benefits, it is essential to establish that Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy significantly affects your ability to perform basic work-related tasks. (slepian.com)
  • This post discusses Social Security Disability benefits for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome (RSDS). (disabilitylawfirmnc.com)
  • If your Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome is preventing you from working, file a claim for disability benefits as soon as possible and call The Bishop Law Firm. (disabilitylawfirmnc.com)
  • Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by severe and persistent pain, inflammation, and autonomic dysfunction. (slepian.com)
  • Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), also known as complex regional pain syndrome, is a rare disorder of the nervous system that is identified by chronic, severe pain. (bergenpain.com)
  • There is not a specific test for RSDS but usually bone scans, sympathetic nervous system tests, x-rays, MRIs or a physical exam are done. (disabilitylawfirmnc.com)
  • Evans envisaged that prolonged bombardment of pain impulses set up a "vicious circle of reflexes" in the spinal cord that generated efferent activity in the sympathetic system leading to spasm in the peripheral blood vessels. (bmj.com)
  • A hypothesis for the cause of complex regional pain syndrome-type I (reflex sympathetic dystrophy): pain due to deep-tissue microvascular pathology. (medscape.com)
  • This is one reason why it is important for you to contact an attorney soon after you have been diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome / Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy. (carolinalaw.com)
  • The personal injury and workers' compensation attorneys at Maginnis Law can help you with your case, whether it involves a lawsuit against a negligent third-party or a workers' compensation claim involving Complex Regional Pain Syndrome / Reflex Sympathetic Syndrome. (carolinalaw.com)
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome or Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Pain is characterized by allodynia, hyperalgesia and hyperpathia (see pathophysiology). (epainassist.com)
  • Pain caused by Complex Regional Pain Syndrome or Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy is severe and intense as well as widespread. (epainassist.com)
  • Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome (a.k.a. complex regional pain syndrome) can cause pain, swelling and inflammation in the affected limb. (disabilitylawfirmnc.com)
  • Specific sequential myofascial trigger point therapy in the treatment of a patient with myofascial pain syndrome associated with reflex sympathetic dystrophy. (thaiwaymassage.com)
  • He is also considered a leading expert in Colorado complex regional pain syndrome and Colorado reflex sympathetic dystrophy lawsuits. (shislerlaw.com)
  • Contact the reflex sympathetic dystrophy lawyers at Belt, Bruner, & Barnett P.C. to learn about your options. (alabamainjurylawyer.com)
  • Currently, there is no single test for the diagnosis of reflex sympathetic dystrophy. (menieres-guidebook.com)
  • In such cases, it's important to understand the legal aspects surrounding disability qualification and the role of a skilled Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy lawyer who can guide you through the process. (slepian.com)
  • In some cases, the sympathetic nervous system plays an important role in the pain. (medlineplus.gov)
  • This condition occurs because of malfunctions in your sympathetic nervous system and immune system. (healthline.com)
  • Reflex sympathetic dystrophy can be a lifelong condition that can have a significant impact not only on the patient but on family and friends as well. (menieres-guidebook.com)
  • If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy, it's important to learn as much as you possibly can about this condition so that you can make informed decisions about your treatment. (menieres-guidebook.com)
  • We have extensive experience proving reflex sympathetic dystrophy claims and helping accident victims to obtain the compensation that can help them improve their lives when coping with this painful condition. (alabamainjurylawyer.com)
  • Does reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD) exist? (bmj.com)
  • Reflex sympathetic dystrophy does not exist in the absence of pain. (menieres-guidebook.com)
  • Reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD) is a rare disease that few people know about or understand until they have to deal with it personally or witness a loved one go through it. (alabamainjurylawyer.com)
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  • The sympathetic nervous system is part of the autonomic nervous system that helps regulate involuntary functions of the body like increasing heart rate and blood pressure. (bergenpain.com)
  • Abnormal responses of portions of the sympathetic nervous system are thought be responsible for the pain associated with RSD. (bergenpain.com)