Definition:
Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), formerly known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD) was first described 150 years ago as a burning pain with observable trophic skin changes (Maihofner). CRPS is characterized by inflammation, autonomic dysfunction, and neurological changes within the CNS (Maihofner). Subjective:
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References:
- Maihofner C, Seifert F, Markovic K. Complex regional pain syndromes: new pathophysiological concepts and therapies. Eur J Neurol. 2010;17(5):649-660. Epub 2010 Feb 2018.
- Dutton M. Orthopaedic Examination, Evaluation, & Intervention. 2nd ed. New York: Mc Graw Hill; 2008.
- van Eijs F, Stanton-Hicks M, Van Zundert J, et al. Evidence-based interventional pain medicine according to clinical diagnoses. 16. Complex regional pain syndrome. Pain Pract. 2011;11(1):70-87. doi: 10.1111/j.1533-2500.2010.00388.x. Epub 02010 Aug 00327.
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