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. 2019 Oct 30;19(5):295–300. doi: 10.17245/jdapm.2019.19.5.295

Table 2. Key patient information.

CRPS is an uncommon nerve pain disorder of the arms or legs.
CRPS is generally preceded by an injury but the cause is poorly understood.
Pain persists after the original injury has healed.
There is no specific cure.
This pain can lead to anxiety, depression, lack of sleep, disability, and distress.
Pain cannot be prevented in patients with CRPS.
CRPS is not hereditary.
The condition can improve unaided or with specialized treatment and antiepileptic or antidepressant medications.
The doctor may refer the patient to a multidisciplinary team for the specialized treatment.
The aim is to improve the limb function with the help of physiotherapists and occupational therapists.