My RSD is from repeat shoulder surgeries and aggressive PT to fix a torn rotator cuff.

I was not diagnosed until a few months after my 2nd surgery. I live in RI, and had one of the most reputable surgeons in the area (he teaches at Brown Univ). But he and his PT group missed the classic signs of RSD that I was exhibiting after the 1st surgery, and then they made matters worse with the 2nd surgery a year later. Truly amazing!! I'm a CPA and had NO CLUE what was going on until it was too late. I never imagined that the best guy in the state would mess me up.

So the point of my reply to you is do your homework well. Don't assume that even though your surgeon is reputable that he knows enough about RSD. And if you live near a big city like NY or Philly or DC try to find the best team in the best medical center if you can. It could save you a lot of grief in the long run!

Have a nice night, Sandy