People experiencing fractures should try to move the part of their limb that they can move as much as possible. They are also advised to have a good intake of vitamin C but there is no proven way that...

Most people with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) get better. CRPS is very variable both in how severe the symptoms are and how long the symptoms last. CRPS may be mild and get better by itself o...

There are two particular specialised CRPS treatments:   Pain management programme (PMP) This is a programme to help you to improve your quality of life and manage your pain better. PMP is gi...

Your GP will usually refer you to see a specialist so that: The diagnosis of CRPS can be confirmed. Other causes for your symptoms can be ruled out. You can be helped with a treatment plan ...

Early detection will help in managing the condition. The primary aim of treatment is to restore full use to the painful limb, especially load bearing, e.g. standing and walking, despite the pain. Phys...

The diagnosis is usually made by an examination by a specialist. The diagnosis may be difficult, especially in the early stages. It is very important to diagnose CRPS as early as possible because earl...

The symptoms of CRPS vary in severity and how long they last. Symptoms usually begin within one month after an injury or after having to stay in bed for a long time. The main symptom is pain in the ar...

CRPS affects about 1 in 4,000 people each year. CRPS can affect any age but is more common between the ages of 40 and 60 years. It can also affect children, although is very rare in children aged youn...

CRPS is rare but can follow any injury. CRPS Type I (RSD) follows an injury to the skin, muscle, ligaments, joints or bone at any site. The injury can be as a result of an accident or surgery. Most co...

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type I (CRPS I) is also known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type II (CRPS II) is also known as Causalgia. The pain usually ...