Additional Conditions

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)

A nervous system-driven condition producing severe, disproportionate pain, skin changes, and swelling in an affected limb.

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Condition Definition

CRPS is a chronic pain condition, usually post-injury or post-surgery, where pain is disproportionate to the initial event and involves sensory, autonomic, and motor abnormalities.

Common Causes

Mechanisms involve dysregulation of sympathetic activity and central sensitization after injury, with persistent abnormal pain signaling and autonomic changes.

Typical Symptoms

Typical features include severe burning/throbbing pain, temperature/color changes, swelling, allodynia, sweating changes, and motor dysfunction in the affected limb.

SCOPES Clinical Approach

SCOPES Health uses a multidisciplinary approach with early intervention. Sympathetic blocks, SCS, DRG stimulation, and PNS are selected based on presentation and limb distribution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is CRPS diagnosed?

Diagnosis is clinical using Budapest Criteria, supported by testing to exclude other conditions when needed.

Is CRPS permanent?

Without treatment it may persist and worsen; early multidisciplinary treatment improves long-term outcomes.

Medical disclaimer: This page provides general information and is not medical advice. It does not replace an evaluation by a qualified physician. Talk with a doctor about your specific condition and treatment options. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.

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