Hi there

Sounds like you're going through a really difficult time, which we can all understand. It's horrible when you know something is wrong but no one seems able to help you, either by knowing what it is, or actually trying to make it better it's enormously frustrating.

I am not a doctor, and only a CRPS specialist can diagnose you, but I'll happily give you my opinion

There could be so many types of damage to your arm from what you describe. Nerve damage itself can vary as well, and to be honest, what you describe doesn't sound like classic CRPS.....however, there's a chance it still could be, given that CRPS can present without the colour changes, temperature changes etc. and be mainly present as the pain itself. It's very complex...hence the name!

You don't mention any doctors - have you had any investigations to find out what's happening with your arm? If not, I would go and see your doctor urgently and get the ball rolling. It's obviously worrying you, and you need to find out what's going on. It's impossible for you to diagnose it yourself successfully, and you will only add to your anxiety if you look around the web trying to find a condition that fits your symptoms (though i do understand why). Your doctor should be able to help you with some pain relief too.

What you describe could be so many things, but if your doctor is unable to find a mechanical reason for your pain, you can certainly request a referral to a specialist with expertise in CRPS and find out from them. Hopefully they can put your mind at rest and whatever is wrong with your arm can be treated. In the meantime, I would avoid any vigorous arm movements and don't use ice on that arm, but keep it gently moving to help circulation. Good luck, and let us know how you get on

Bram.