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Receiving individualized care from highly qualified RSD specialists can be invaluable to syndrome sufferers. In many cases, a physician with specialized knowledge directs a multidisciplinary healthcare team in treating the painful, chronic condition. There is a danger that RSD may be misdiagnosed by doctors who are unfamiliar with the syndrome, because its pain symptoms mirror other medical problems. Board-certified neurologists and pain management specialists with experience treating the syndrome will perform comprehensive exams and order tests to confirm an RSD diagnosis. A physical therapist with an understanding of RSD can also help the patient. Though the syndrome is not currently curable, an RSD specialist and therapist can work to reduce pain, manage the syndrome and restore functioning. The Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Association of America offers information on medical specialists at www.rsds.org. Additional medical resources for qualified care include the:
- American Board of Pain Medicine
- American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- American Academy of Pain Management
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Doctors
Clinical guidelines have been written for the benefit of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome doctors who must identify the condition. These guidelines help to support prompt diagnoses. If your diagnosis is confirmed, you may see several types of physicians during treatment, including a neurologist, dermatologist, bone specialist, and pain management doctor. Though treatment by Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy specialists must be personalized, it may incorporate:
- Physical therapy to improve mobility
- Medication to reduce pain, swelling and other symptoms
- Psychotherapy for the anxiety of living with a chronic condition
GorenLaw relies on RSDS experts to stay informed about current treatments and research. Steven Goren is dedicated to fighting for the rights of sufferers through Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy malpractice, personal injury and workplace injury cases.