Positive options for complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
Subtitle: self-help and treatment
By: Elena Juris ; foreword by Edward Carden ; preface by Cynthia Toussaint
Edition: Second edition.
Publisher: Hunter House, an imprint of Turner Publishing Company
Published: 2014
Place of publication: Nashville, Tennessee
Language: eng
Number of pages: 226
ISBN-13: 9780897937108; 9781630266134
Copyright date: 2014
Subjects: Reflex sympathetic dystrophy; Popular works; Treatment; HEALTH & FITNESS / Pain Management; MEDICAL / Pain Medicine; BODY, MIND & SPIRIT / Healing / General
Work titles: Positive options for reflex sympathetic dystrophy
Description: "Imagine if the mere breeze of an air conditioner were to send you into excruciating pain. For those suffering from Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), historically called Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), this crippling neuropathic pain is an unrelenting reality. With symptoms such as swelling, hypersensitivity, stiffness, burning pain, and temperature abnormalities, CRPS can develop at any time and quickly leaves its victims disabled and isolated. This book explains CRPS in an accessible style, featuring modern self-help techniques, complementary therapies, and holistic strategies for maximizing the potential for healing. Readers with CRPS will find a wealth of tips on life modifications to help better manage their condition, along with a list of "dynamite distractions" to refresh the pain-wracked mind and help them rediscover their imagination and humor. Patient testimonies on techniques for transforming the pain and discomfort of CRPS provide hope, and interviews with practitioners, including pain specialist Edward Carden and occupational therapist/neurological acupuncturist Sheri Barnes, offer insights every patient should know. There's even a chapter addressed to loved ones with advice for their difficult roles as encouragers and caregivers. CRPS remains a mysterious, poorly understood condition. This book provides the information and positive options everyone affected by CRPS needs. "--

"This book explains CRPS in an accessible style for all readers, and provides self-help techniques, complementary therapies, and holistic strategies for maximizing the potential for healing. Readers will find a wealth of tips on life modifications to help better manage their condition. They'll find two interviews with practitioners who offer insights every patient should know, with the help of pain specialist Edward Carden, MD, and occupational therapist and neurological acupuncturist Sheri Barnes. They'll find a discussion of complementary therapies to tailor to their needs. They'll find a list of "dynamite distractions" that can refresh the pain-wracked mind and help readers rediscover their imagination and humor, when they just need to take their mind off the illness. They'll draw hope from real patient testimonies on techniques for transforming the pain and discomfort of CRPS. They'll find a chapter addressed to loved ones that provides advice and support in their difficult roles as encouragers and caregivers. Finally, readers will find information on how everyone can help to increase CRPS/RSD awareness, and an extensive list of resources to help patients and caregivers begin to connect with the support available"--
Notes: " (CRPS) - formerly called Reflex Synpathetic Dystrophy (RSD)."

Includes bibliographical references (pages 192-197) and index.
Table of contents: title: Machine generated contents note: ABRIDGED TOC; title: 1) What is CRPS/RSD?; title: 2) Treatment Options for CRPS; title: 3) Tips for Your Body and Soul; title: 4) A Conversation with a Physician; title: 5) A Conversation with a Complementary Care Provider; title: 6) A World of Support: Complementary Services; title: 7) Dynamite Distractions; title: 8) Help for the Helpers: A Chapter for Caregivers; title: 9) Everyone Can Get Involved; title: 10) A Parting Perspective; title: EXTENDED TOC (Note: Page numbers will change.); title: Contents 7; title: Foreword 10; title: Preface 11; title: Acknowledgments 13; title: Introduction 14; title: My Experience with CRPS/RSD 14; title: Support Is Available 15; title: Chapter 1: What Is CRPS/RSD? 17; title: Features of CRPS/RSD 18; title: Advanced CRPS/RSD 19; title: What Causes CRPS/RSD? 19; title: The CRPS/RSD Cycle 20; title: Why You? 21; title: Diagnosis 21; title: Finding a Doctor 25; title: You and Your Doctor 26; title: Chapter 2: Treatment Options for CRPS/RSD 30; title: Complementary Therapies 30; title: Physical and Occupational Therapy 30; title: Drug and Infusion Therapy 33; title: Nerve Blocks 37; title: Surgical Treatments 40; title: Prognosis 41; title: Chapter 3: Tips for Body and Soul 43; title: Activity Modifications 43; title: Quick Pick-Me-Ups, Calmer-Downers, and Visualizations 50; title: Chapter 4: Direct from the Practitioner: A Conversation with a Physician 59; title: An Interview with Edward Carden, M.D., FRCP[C], DipAAPM 59; title: Chapter 5: Direct from the Practitioner: A Conversation with a Complementary Care Provider 71; title: An Interview with Sheri Barnes, M.Ac., OTR/L 71; title: Chapter 6: A World of Support: Complementary Services 77; title: Occupational Therapy 78; title: Bodywork/Massage 78; title: Acupuncture 80; title: TENS Unit 81; title: Biofeedback 82; title: Meditation 83; title: Hypnotherapy 87; title: Yoga 87; title: Qigong 88; title: Tai Chi 88; title: Feldenkrais Method 89; title: Light Therapy 89; title: Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) 90; title: Natural Creams, Oils, and Soaks 90; title: Psychological Counseling 91; title: Art Therapy 92; title: Writing 93; title: Naturopathic and Homeopathic Medicine 93; title: Moving Forward: Rehabilitation Services and Disability Employment 94; title: Making Progress 98; title: Chapter 7: Dynamite Distractions 99; title: Comedy 99; title: Miscellaneous Brain Candy 101; title: Emotional Release 102; title: Music 103; title: Creating Sanctuary 103; title: Arts and Crafts 104; title: Nature Hiking 107; title: Gardening: A New Slant 108; title: Birdwatching 110; title: Photography 110; title: Traveling Inward 111; title: Traveling Outward 112; title: Last-Resort Reality-Check Exercise, or "Misery Loves Company" 113; title: Keep a Distraction Quick List 113; title: Chapter 8: Help for the Helper: A Chapter for Caregivers 115; title: Understanding the Patient 115; title: Peeking into Each Other's World 120; title: Using Humor 121; title: Understanding Yourself 122; title: Celebrating and Affirming 127; title: Chapter 9: Everyone Can Get Involved: Working to Increase Awareness of CRPS/RSD 128; title: Daily Communication 129; title: Pamphlet Distribution 129; title: Awareness Months 130; title: Fundraising 130; title: Letter Writing 131; title: Petitions 131; title: Informal Medical Professional Education 132; title: Speakers Bureau 132; title: Caregiver Awareness 132; title: Getting Started 134; title: Chapter 10: A Parting Perspective 135; title: References 139; title: Chapter 1: "What Is CRPS/RSD?" 139; title: Chapter 2: "Treatment Options for CRPS/RSD" 139; title: Chapter 6: "A World of Support: Complementary Therapies" 140; title: Chapter 8: "Help for the Helper: A Chapter for Caregivers" 141; title: Where to Go from Here: Resources 142; title: Research Studies and Experimental Treatments 142; title: Medical and Pharmaceutical Resources 150; title: Counseling and Psychology Resources 151; title: CRPS/RSD Organizations and Online Groups 151; title: General Pain Organizations and Resources 154; title: Wounded Veteran Organizations 155; title: Organizations for Caregivers 156; title: Other Wellness Organizations and Resources 156; title: Disability Support Resources 160; title: Transportation 160; title: Recognizing Medical "Quacks" or Fraud 161; title: Adaptive Equipment 161; title: Additional Medical Assistance 162; title: Job Resources for People with Disabilities 163; title: Recommended Reading 163; title: Index 166.