Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) in orthopaedics: an overview

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a debilitating and painful condition in a limb, occurring most often after trauma and surgery, and associated with nerve, skin and bone abnormalities. The condition is poorly understood, often diagnosed late and national recommendations are not yet generally integrated into standard practice. Whilst signs and symptoms generally improve within 6 months of onset, many patients have long-term pain and disability, and the costs of managing chronic pain and disability are substantial.

Source: Orthopaedics and Trauma - June 10, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Fiona Cowell, Sharon Gillespie, Badri Narayan, Andreas Goebel Tags: Principles of orthopaedics Source Type: research