Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

 

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome or CRPS is a painful condition that describes a collection of symptoms that represent dysregulation of the pain perception apparatus, sensory and motor nervous pathways and vascular systems. Patients experience pain, usually in an extremity, associated with any combination of hypersensitivity, swelling, colour change, tremor, inco-ordination, abnormal sweating, and skin, hair and nail changes.

CRPS is incompletely understood, and it may occur with or without a triggering injury/event. Diagnosis is often delayed, and the importance of early diagnosis and aggressive management is often not appreciated.

Pain Specialist assessment and management is key to directing the most effective treatment, including specialised physiotherapy, interventional therapy such as spinal cord stimulation, and a limited range of medications.  Ask you GP for a referral if you think you or a loved one could benefit from our holistic approach.

 

Complex Regional Pain Explained

 

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