Welcome to Neuro Talk. If you have been lurking, you already know there are a great bunch of people here. I am sorry you have RSD. I don't have that but PN. The RSD group will support you. Just from what you said in your post, you are having pain issues. This keeps you from a job, and doing those things that you want to do. My own take on it would be to seek a few new doctors, that may think outside the box. Do any of your medications work so far? Do you have a pain specialist? I see a physiatrist, who has specialized in pain first, and then treats the "whole" person. This type of doctor may be able to help you. They are a bit different than an MD. or DO. It would be worth it to call around and see if you can find a physiatrist, and ask if they specialize in pain. I hope that you can find some relief, so that you have less pain filled life. It isn't fun, and it does push a person to the limits. I hope you get more help. Again Welcome to Neuro Talk. ginnie