Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) symptoms complications

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Causes, Symptoms, Complications, Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment

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Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Symptoms

Symptoms associated with this condition are:

  • Continuous burning
  • Throbbing pain
  • Sensitivity
  • Swelling
  • Changes in skin temperature
  • Changes in skin color
  • Changes in skin texture
  • Changes in hair and nail growth
  • Joint stiffness
  • Swelling
  • Muscle spasms
  • Tremors
  • Weakness
  • Atrophy
  • Decreased motion

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Complications

An untreated condition of CRPS may result in the following complications:

  • Tissue wasting
  • Muscle tightening
References:
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. Mayo Clinic. Available at: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/crps-complex-regional-pain-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20371151 Accessed on June 13, 2020.
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. Phsio-pedia. Available at: https://www.physio-pedia.com/Complex_Regional_Pain_Syndrome_(CRPS) Accessed on June 13, 2020.
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. Versus Arthritis. Available at: https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/conditions/complex-regional-pain-syndrome-crps/ Accessed on June 13, 2020.
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. Ortho Bullet. Available at: http://www.orthobullets.com/basic-science/6095/complex-regional-pain-syndrome-crps Accessed on June 13, 2020.
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