Hi mjl1261,

I'm thrilled to hear that your husband is doing so well right now.

I've had RDS in my left foot following a surgery in 2002. I've had my ups and downs and many times where I'm fully functional with minimal pain or other RSD symptoms. Unfortunately just when I think I've got this nasty beast beat it rears its ugly head just to let me know its still there. While traveling last month the RSD flared and jumped over to my right foot putting a halt to all our plans.

As much as I'm inclined to believe in the power of positive thought (it's got me a long way with this) I hate to say that I think your husbands Ortho is right. Most important for your husband and you is to enjoy the good times and maintain that positive outlook. It will also help if your husband can do things that continue to manage the RSD whether he has symptoms or not. Try to avoid his triggers and things that cause him unnessesary stress as much as possible.

I wish you both all the best.

Warm wishes.

MsL