I had a thermogram way back in 1987. That's really how the RSD was finally diagnosed/confirmed. At the time, it was considered experimental. The insurance company didn't seem to know about RSD or this diagnostic procedure. They denied the claim because it was not "standard treatment for back pain"? (I had RSD in my left foot at the time. Shows how much the claim processors pay attention.)

It was, at that time, considered fairly accurate, but not 100%. It is just one more tool to help MD's figure out what is happening. The test itself is very accurate in measuring therms, but the interpretation can be tricky.

I would think things have gotten even better since the '80s - a little more science and more experience with what it can show. The one thing I remember clearly is that there is absoluteley no pain or discomfort.

Good luck,

Mike