Diagnosis The diagnosis of CRPS is relatively complicated because there is no simple test procedure, causes are still largely unknown and it can develop very differently in different patients. Therefore, the diagnosis is usually based on the patient’s medical history and symptoms. In addition, procedures such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and X-rays to assess … Diagnosis | CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome)
Duration of a CRPS The duration of CRPS depends on the type of disease and its severity. In general, it can be said that most patients are able to control the pain after successful therapy, although slight restrictions in mobility and function of the affected body part may remain. The earlier the disease is detected … Duration of a CRPS | CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome)
Definition The abbreviation CRPS stands for “Complex Regional Pain Syndrome”, which means “complex regional pain syndrome”. This disease is also known as Sudeck’s disease (named after its discoverer Paul Sudeck), algo- or (sympathetic) reflex dystrophy. CRPS occurs particularly often on the limbs, mostly on the arms or hands. Women are slightly more frequently affected than … CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome)
General information Sudeck’s disease is a complex regional pain syndrome, which classically runs in three stages. In the final stage, atrophy (regression) of bones and soft tissues finally occurs; joints, skin, tendons and muscles shrink, resulting in loss of mobility. Sudeck’s disease always involves at least one joint, usually the hand or foot. The exact … Sudeck’s disease of the foot
Physiotherapy Since the individual symptoms of a Sudeck’s foot disease can vary greatly, the therapy is adapted to the individual. The disease can vary between only slightly perceptible symptoms and a pronounced feeling of illness and severe impairment. In the treatment of Sudeck’s foot disease, physiotherapy is attributed an important role. The so-called lymphatic drainage … Physiotherapy | Sudeck’s disease of the foot
Synonyms Sudeck`sche healing derailment Algodystrophy Causalgia Sudeck Syndrome Posttraumatic Dystrophy Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) Complex regional pain syndrome I and II (CRPS I and II) Complex Regional Dysfunction System Sympathetic reflex dystrophy Sudeck ́sche Disease Definition Sudeck’s disease is a complex regional pain syndrome, which classically runs in three stages. In the final stage, … Sudeck’s disease on the hand
Diagnosis The diagnosis of Sudeck’s disease of the hand is made via:. The examination by the specialist (swelling, pain, restricted movement, tissue changes, hair growth) X-ray of the hand (decalcification? ) MRI of the hand Therapy Therapeutic measures primarily pursue the goal of improving the mobility of the joint and ideally restoring it completely. This … Diagnosis | Sudeck’s disease on the hand
Synonyms in a broader sense Sudeck`sche healing derailment Algodystrophy Causalgia Sudeck Syndrome Posttraumatic Dystrophy Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Complex regional pain syndrome I and II Sympathetic reflex dystrophy Sudeck ́sche Disease Introduction In Sudeck’s disease (also known as CRPS I= Cronic Regional Pain Syndrome) at least one joint is affected. This is usually on the … Sudeck’s disease
Appearance When does Sudeck’s disease occur? 50% after 25% without 20% after 5% after Contusions (bruises) Sprains Fractures (bone fracturesBone fracture) Luxations (joint dislocations) After OperationsOperation Obvious cause Neuropathies (nervous diseases) Myocardial infarction (heart attack) Coronary insufficiency (coronary artery disease) Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) Medication (e.g. barbiturates (sleeping pills)) Frequency Due to the many different symptoms, … Appearance | Sudeck’s disease
Differential diagnosis alternative causes A number of other diseases can fake more or less symptoms of Sudeck’s disease. The following diseases are among them: FracturesBone fracture DistortionsContusions (dislocation bruises) Compartment syndrome Overload syndrome Thoracic-outlet syndrome e.g. caused by a cervical rib Peripheral nerve constriction syndrome (nerve constriction of various causes) Lymph congestion (edema) Myofascial pain … Differential diagnosis alternative causes | Sudeck’s disease
Healing The most important factor in the treatment of Sudeck’s disease is an early and stage-appropriate multimodal therapy. For a cure, the recognition of this clinical picture at the earliest possible stage is particularly important. The best chances of a cure exist when there is no nerve injury. In a few cases the complete cure … Healing | Sudeck’s disease
Localization of Sudeck’s disease Among other things, a forearm fracture (distal radius fracture) in the hand can lead to the development of Sudeck’s disease. This is also the most common cause and occurs in about 7 to 37% of cases with this type of fracture. Other fractures in the arm region can also lead to … Localization of Sudeck’s disease | Sudeck’s disease
