I was told by my dr to not let anyone put a needle or anything else like a blood pressure cuff on my rsd area. I was told that after I had accupunture and they put needles in that area and caused spread of my rsd. My pm dr told me after the fact unfornuately for me, but at least I know for the future. My opinion as well as my drs is DO NOT LET THEM PUT NEEDLES IN YOUR RSD AREA EVER!!! Maybe they can find another spot to put it in. Good luck whatever you decide. I would get more drs opinions on this as well. Take Care.