Hi Hannajane! Sorry you are dealing with this monster. I have not done stress loading therapy or mirror therapy, although I did have other physical therapy that made me worse. But, I have had lots of stellate ganglion nerve blocks. I had many of them and very often when I was first diagnosed. They put me into remission for several years. When I developed RSD in my hands and left arm, I wanted to try them again. They didn't help so much that time and I think it was because it took so long for a correct diagnosis that it was in fact RSD (took a year this go around). But they did not make things worse either. I had to try though because they were so beneficial at the beginning. Some people do great with them and some do not. It takes more than one or two to really know if they will be helpful. Your reaction to the block will tell them if they hit the right spot...droopy eye, warmth, etc. Every one should last longer than the one before (that is if they are going to be effective).

I know it is a lot to think about and consider, and you have to be comfortable with your decision.

Good Luck!!
Nanc