- CRPS Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- Interviews
Hazel's interview
How did all start?
Fall down stairs
Do you already have a diagnosis? How long did it take you to get it?
Yes, 4 months
For what medical specialties have you been treated? What has been the most useful specialty for your?
Podiatry, orthopedics, neurology, Pain Management, physical therapy, Lymphedema clinic, Accupuncture, massage therapy. Nothing has helped much.
What has been the most useful thing for you so far?
Positive attitude
What have been your biggest difficulties?
Finding relief
How has your social and family environment reacted? Have your social or family relationships changed?
Yes. Used to be very active. Difficulty doing too much now.
What things have you stopped doing?
Working, traveling, walking, entertaining
What do you think about the future?
I try to remain positive.
What would you like to do if you didn’t have your condition?
Travel, entertain
If you had to describe your life in a sentence, what would it be?
Changed
Finally, what advice would you give to a person in a similar situation?
Find a good knowledgeable, supportive & caring doctor. Smile and try to remain positive. Try to keep moving.
