Welcome... As a newcomer to this forum I can tell you that you will find a lot of good information from this group. The people are great and supportive! Don't worry about spelling, grammer or rambling on and on because we are all struggling with the pain, memory issues and the need to vent. You will find some comfort here... I have.

I too was hurt at work so I am dealing with WC as well as medical recovery. Fell in 2006 and hurt my left knee then re-injured knee in 2007, again at work. Three surgeries later, I have developed RSD in my left leg. It has spread from just knee/foot to my total leg/hip.
I am on Lyrica 400 mg at day as well Effexor for panic/anxiety. The Lyrica has caused me to gain weight 110 to 130lbs over the past 8mths and my blood pressure has raised due to the Lyrica. It does help with the burning but I hate the side effects (vision, dizzy and weight gain). I try not to take my pain meds because I don't like how they make me feel. I have started nerve blocks so we will see if I get any relief from them.

I wish you the best in your recovery and fight against this monster. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Best advice I can give is find a good Ortho and Pain Specialist who know how to treat and manage RSD. Do your research so you are armed with knowledge!

AJ