Fort Worth, TX
A 49-year-old female asked:
crps for 4 years, started in my rt foot & spread to rt arm. i have been getting weaker and able to do less. what can i do to get stronger, i'm scared.
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Dr. Lauren Elson answered
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 16 years experience
See physiatrist: A doctor of physical medicine and rehabilitation can help direct physical therapy targeted at improving your endurance, managing the symptoms, and preventing further atrophy. Proper nutrition and rest are also needed.
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Dr. Paul Lynch answered
Pain Management 19 years experience
See Pain Doctor: If you have been suffering this long, you should definitely see a good pain doctor. They are trained in lots of techniques to help with crps pain. Check out paindoctor.Com for a good one near you.
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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered
Neurology 52 years experience
Complex: Crps has a tendency to progress in occasional patients, but does not usually affect strength directly. So, it is possible that you may have a comorbidity, such as a problem with muscle or nerve, or even a metabolic problem. Have this totally reevaluated and get under control.
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