I just wanted to say one more thing, I live with RSD myself and I know what it is like. I searched all over and found that PA is basically the best state to seek treatment. There are many people that travel there to get better care. They have helped me alot. Another place is the Mayo clinic in Ohio. I go to the gym and lift weights and I also swim alot. Getting some form of exercise, even just long walks, I try and race walk but I just had my leg reconstructed. My leg is basically all metal from my knee up to my hip (knee replacements and rods in my femur. That is the cause of my RSD. Besides getting injections and taking neurontin; I also try to eat right. Eating vegetables and fruit is important. I also maintain my weight. Another medicine that is helpful is Lyrica. I do have to take pain meds once in awhile, but I try to stay away from that. I try to have a good outlook,and tell myself that I won't let it overcome me. There are people with all kinds of diseases that have it worse. You have children to wake up to everyday. Keep that in mind. I have my kids and a grandson. That definitely keeps me going. Keep your head up, you have too much to enjoy in life and look forward to.