Hi MIMI,

sorry you have rsd. I just read this thread and you wonder about alternative.I do self hypnosis which like Ada is basically putting yourself in deep relaxation. Tricky with pain but if you keep trying it can be mastered. I use it everyday regardless of pain level. I wish I could stay there forever but then they would call me a hypnotic addict. My pain meds are quite reduced.

as far as acupuncture I tried only 2 times. Extremely painful for me while placing needles even though I have been a recipient of acupuncture for years for Fibro/CFS and only got pleasure from acu. with rsd acu helped about 10 minutes post insertion of needles, as the OMD removed them I had more discomfort again and while being driven home the pain became much more intense. I have heard of people having really good results though.

The best thing to do would be to try anything that may help.....after researching first.

My hypnosis practitioner taught me in 1997. If you try this make sure you get someone certified.

Wishing you ease in finding things that help.

Debbie