Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and Factitious Disorders-2016 Comprehensive Review of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

2016 Comprehensive Review of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome –Ryan Calfee MD

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The speaker discusses complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), also known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy or shoulder hand syndrome. The speaker explains that CRPS is divided into three types, with type 1 being CRPS without an identifiable nerve lesion, type 2 being CRPS with a specific nerve injury or compression, and type 3 being other pain syndromes like fibromyalgia. The diagnosis of CRPS is based on four criteria, including a noxious event, disproportionate pain, changes in sympathetic function, and the absence of other explanations for the pain. The speaker also discusses the physiological basis of pain and the various factors associated with CRPS. Treatment options, including nerve decompression and interdisciplinary approaches, are mentioned. The importance of early treatment for improved outcomes and the limitations of vitamin C as a preventive measure are also discussed. The speaker concludes by mentioning case scenarios and some potential questions about CRPS for a test. (Word count: 243)

Keywords

complex regional pain syndrome

CRPS

diagnosis criteria

treatment options

early treatment