Complex regional pain syndrome known as CRPS is a chronic pain condition in which high levels of nerve impulses are sent to the affected body site. The cause of CRPS is still unknown, though some researchers believe it is the result of dysfunction in the central or peripheral nervous systems.
CRPS can develop after an injury, surgery or stroke whereby the nerve damage associated with the incident causes the brain to send confusing messages that lead to severe or excruciating pain.
Who Can Get CRPS?
Because CRPS is related to nerve damage it can affect men and women of all ages. However, it is more common in women than men. In addition, women over the age of 40 experience CRPS more than men.
CRPS Symptoms
Symptoms of CRPS vary from person to person in terms of severity and length of symptoms. CRPS usually is continuous with intense pain that gets worse over time. Other symptoms include:
Treatment for CRPS
At present there is no cure for CRPS and treatment is aimed at relieving the painful symptoms and restoring quality of life. Therapies used to treat CRPS can include:
How Can We Help?
There are many options that our physicians at South Lake Pain Institute offer for the treatment of CRPS. We work closely with your healthcare team to determine a treatment plan uniquely designed for you.
