Maybe it's because I'm early, but even dry towels feel electrified. Actually, as far as massage, I can only do really firm pressure. I figure this at least keeps the blood flow going. I've been doing a lot of PT to make up for the fact that I still have to have my knee in a brace in full extension for another few weeks due to the original surgery.
I've also been wrapping my leg in ACE bandages or wearing those tight Lycra leggings; presumably per my therapist says that stimulating the whole leg keeps the burning painful areas less prominent. Does this make any sense to the experienced folks? I can take it for about 4-6 hours, then have to literally tear then off as I feel like my leg is strangled...strange, I know. But does this "whole leg" theory undercut trying to keep my leg stimulated in the areas with the RSD pain?
Sorry to be such a pain and of no help to you all. Know that you have entered my prayers and are in my thoughts; just wish I could be of support at a higher level.
Lori Lee