Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome
What is reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome?
The Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association was founded in 1984 to promote public and master awareness of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), also known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD). Reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome (RSDS) is thought to be caused by damage to the sympathetic nervous system. Reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome (RSDS) is also called complex regional pain syndrome or causalgia. The condition continues to baffle doctors since little is known about its cause.
Various treatments can consider a number of different pain therapies, and some patients are helped by pain “blocks” that help dilute feeling in the affected area. The little that is known about reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome is that it does necessitate misfiring of the nerve tissue in the affected area. In worst case scenarios, this can result in extremely limited use of the area affected, and constant pain and disability. Physical therapy may help to offset some pain, and to retain some use and range of motion. Treatment is best begun early, so unusual pain that lingers after a surgery or injury should be brought to the attention of a physician.
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