. At least 50,000 new cases of CRPS are estimated to occur annually in the U.S. It affects children, teenagers, young and older adults. Females are three times more likely to develop the condition than males. It can develop from something as minor as a sprained ankle. . There's a new group now afflicted by CRPS: Iraq and Afghanistan U.S. war veterans who face pain syndrome complications long after their blast injuries have healed. . Increased media coverage of teenagers with CRPS and further advancements in treatment studies have accelerated since this book was first published in 2004. . Early…mehr
. At least 50,000 new cases of CRPS are estimated to occur annually in the U.S. It affects children, teenagers, young and older adults. Females are three times more likely to develop the condition than males. It can develop from something as minor as a sprained ankle. . There's a new group now afflicted by CRPS: Iraq and Afghanistan U.S. war veterans who face pain syndrome complications long after their blast injuries have healed. . Increased media coverage of teenagers with CRPS and further advancements in treatment studies have accelerated since this book was first published in 2004. . Early diagnosis of the condition within the first three months of onset is critical, and yet awareness of the condition within the medical community is lacking. Sufferers and caregivers need to know about CRPS firsthand to act quickly. . The few other CRPS books on the market are either self-published memoirs or highly technical analyses. This book provides readers with an accessible, layperson approach to understanding CRPS with content and tone that falls between these extremes. . Includes extensive resource section for patients and caregivers, patients' testimonials, lists of creative exercises to help patients raise their minds beyond the pain, and interviews with medical professionals who treat CRPS/RSD patientsHinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
A recovering CRPS patient currently in remission, Elena Juris has developed patient and professional health education programs and materials for organizations, government agencies, and companies such as the American Cancer Society, American Association of Poison Control Centers, and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Deputy Director of the National Institutes of Health Training Center, she lives in Washington, D.C. Dr. Edward Carden lives in Marina Del Ray, CA. Cynthia Toussaint lives in Studio City, CA.
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ABRIDGED TOC 1) What is CRPS/RSD? 2) Treatment Options for CRPS 3) Tips for Your Body and Soul 4) A Conversation with a Physician 5) A Conversation with a Complementary Care Provider 6) A World of Support: Complementary Services 7) Dynamite Distractions 8) Help for the Helpers: A Chapter for Caregivers 9) Everyone Can Get Involved 10) A Parting Perspective EXTENDED TOC (Note: Page numbers will change.) Contents 7 Foreword 10 Preface 11 Acknowledgments 13 Introduction 14 My Experience with CRPS/RSD 14 Support Is Available 15 Chapter 1: What Is CRPS/RSD? 17 Features of CRPS/RSD 18 Advanced CRPS/RSD 19 What Causes CRPS/RSD? 19 The CRPS/RSD Cycle 20 Why You? 21 Diagnosis 21 Finding a Doctor 25 You and Your Doctor 26 Chapter 2: Treatment Options for CRPS/RSD 30 Complementary Therapies 30 Physical and Occupational Therapy 30 Drug and Infusion Therapy 33 Nerve Blocks 37 Surgical Treatments 40 Prognosis 41 Chapter 3: Tips for Body and Soul 43 Activity Modifications 43 Quick Pick-Me-Ups, Calmer-Downers, and Visualizations 50 Chapter 4: Direct from the Practitioner: A Conversation with a Physician 59 An Interview with Edward Carden, M.D., FRCP[C], DipAAPM 59 Chapter 5: Direct from the Practitioner: A Conversation with a Complementary Care Provider 71 An Interview with Sheri Barnes, M.Ac., OTR/L 71 Chapter 6: A World of Support: Complementary Services 77 Occupational Therapy 78 Bodywork/Massage 78 Acupuncture 80 TENS Unit 81 Biofeedback 82 Meditation 83 Hypnotherapy 87 Yoga 87 Qigong 88 Tai Chi 88 Feldenkrais Method 89 Light Therapy 89 Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) 90 Natural Creams, Oils, and Soaks 90 Psychological Counseling 91 Art Therapy 92 Writing 93 Naturopathic and Homeopathic Medicine 93 Moving Forward: Rehabilitation Services and Disability Employment 94 Making Progress 98 Chapter 7: Dynamite Distractions 99 Comedy 99 Miscellaneous Brain Candy 101 Emotional Release 102 Music 103 Creating Sanctuary 103 Arts and Crafts 104 Nature Hiking 107 Gardening: A New Slant 108 Birdwatching 110 Photography 110 Traveling Inward 111 Traveling Outward 112 Last-Resort Reality-Check Exercise, or "Misery Loves Company” 113 Keep a Distraction Quick List 113 Chapter 8: Help for the Helper: A Chapter for Caregivers 115 Understanding the Patient 115 Peeking into Each Other's World 120 Using Humor 121 Understanding Yourself 122 Celebrating and Affirming 127 Chapter 9: Everyone Can Get Involved: Working to Increase Awareness of CRPS/RSD 128 Daily Communication 129 Pamphlet Distribution 129 Awareness Months 130 Fundraising 130 Letter Writing 131 Petitions 131 Informal Medical Professional Education 132 Speakers Bureau 132 Caregiver Awareness 132 Getting Started 134 Chapter 10: A Parting Perspective 135 References 139 Chapter 1: "What Is CRPS/RSD?” 139 Chapter 2: "Treatment Options for CRPS/RSD” 139 Chapter 6: "A World of Support: Complementary Therapies” 140 Chapter 8: "Help for the Helper: A Chapter for Caregivers” 141 Where to Go from Here: Resources 142 Research Studies and Experimental Treatments 142 Medical and Pharmaceutical Resources 150 Counseling and Psychology Resources 151 CRPS/RSD Organizations and Online Groups 151 General Pain Organizations and Resources 154 Wounded Veteran Organizations 155 Organizations for Caregivers 156 Other Wellness Organizations and Resources 156 Disability Support Resources 160 Transportation 160 Recognizing Medical "Quacks” or Fraud 161 Adaptive Equipment 161 Additional Medical Assistance 162 Job Resources for People with Disabilities 163 Recommended Reading 163 Index 166
ABRIDGED TOC 1) What is CRPS/RSD? 2) Treatment Options for CRPS 3) Tips for Your Body and Soul 4) A Conversation with a Physician 5) A Conversation with a Complementary Care Provider 6) A World of Support: Complementary Services 7) Dynamite Distractions 8) Help for the Helpers: A Chapter for Caregivers 9) Everyone Can Get Involved 10) A Parting Perspective EXTENDED TOC (Note: Page numbers will change.) Contents 7 Foreword 10 Preface 11 Acknowledgments 13 Introduction 14 My Experience with CRPS/RSD 14 Support Is Available 15 Chapter 1: What Is CRPS/RSD? 17 Features of CRPS/RSD 18 Advanced CRPS/RSD 19 What Causes CRPS/RSD? 19 The CRPS/RSD Cycle 20 Why You? 21 Diagnosis 21 Finding a Doctor 25 You and Your Doctor 26 Chapter 2: Treatment Options for CRPS/RSD 30 Complementary Therapies 30 Physical and Occupational Therapy 30 Drug and Infusion Therapy 33 Nerve Blocks 37 Surgical Treatments 40 Prognosis 41 Chapter 3: Tips for Body and Soul 43 Activity Modifications 43 Quick Pick-Me-Ups, Calmer-Downers, and Visualizations 50 Chapter 4: Direct from the Practitioner: A Conversation with a Physician 59 An Interview with Edward Carden, M.D., FRCP[C], DipAAPM 59 Chapter 5: Direct from the Practitioner: A Conversation with a Complementary Care Provider 71 An Interview with Sheri Barnes, M.Ac., OTR/L 71 Chapter 6: A World of Support: Complementary Services 77 Occupational Therapy 78 Bodywork/Massage 78 Acupuncture 80 TENS Unit 81 Biofeedback 82 Meditation 83 Hypnotherapy 87 Yoga 87 Qigong 88 Tai Chi 88 Feldenkrais Method 89 Light Therapy 89 Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) 90 Natural Creams, Oils, and Soaks 90 Psychological Counseling 91 Art Therapy 92 Writing 93 Naturopathic and Homeopathic Medicine 93 Moving Forward: Rehabilitation Services and Disability Employment 94 Making Progress 98 Chapter 7: Dynamite Distractions 99 Comedy 99 Miscellaneous Brain Candy 101 Emotional Release 102 Music 103 Creating Sanctuary 103 Arts and Crafts 104 Nature Hiking 107 Gardening: A New Slant 108 Birdwatching 110 Photography 110 Traveling Inward 111 Traveling Outward 112 Last-Resort Reality-Check Exercise, or "Misery Loves Company” 113 Keep a Distraction Quick List 113 Chapter 8: Help for the Helper: A Chapter for Caregivers 115 Understanding the Patient 115 Peeking into Each Other's World 120 Using Humor 121 Understanding Yourself 122 Celebrating and Affirming 127 Chapter 9: Everyone Can Get Involved: Working to Increase Awareness of CRPS/RSD 128 Daily Communication 129 Pamphlet Distribution 129 Awareness Months 130 Fundraising 130 Letter Writing 131 Petitions 131 Informal Medical Professional Education 132 Speakers Bureau 132 Caregiver Awareness 132 Getting Started 134 Chapter 10: A Parting Perspective 135 References 139 Chapter 1: "What Is CRPS/RSD?” 139 Chapter 2: "Treatment Options for CRPS/RSD” 139 Chapter 6: "A World of Support: Complementary Therapies” 140 Chapter 8: "Help for the Helper: A Chapter for Caregivers” 141 Where to Go from Here: Resources 142 Research Studies and Experimental Treatments 142 Medical and Pharmaceutical Resources 150 Counseling and Psychology Resources 151 CRPS/RSD Organizations and Online Groups 151 General Pain Organizations and Resources 154 Wounded Veteran Organizations 155 Organizations for Caregivers 156 Other Wellness Organizations and Resources 156 Disability Support Resources 160 Transportation 160 Recognizing Medical "Quacks” or Fraud 161 Adaptive Equipment 161 Additional Medical Assistance 162 Job Resources for People with Disabilities 163 Recommended Reading 163 Index 166
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