The problem is "they don't know what they don't know".

That is why you need to get MANY, MANY opinions before hanging your coat on their coat rack.

I saw one podiatrist that had only seen 2 cases of CRPS in 26 years. On to the next podiatrist!

Don't feel guilty about getting multiple opinions. You want to find professionals (doctors, therapists, etc) who are VERSED in this disorder.

You do not want one that doesn't have experience; you by default turn into their education. And you'll suffer for it.

Do this: ASK EVERY PROFESSIONAL you see point blank how much experience they have with CRPS. It may very well may be the most important question you have ever, or will ever ask. Ask them exactly how many cases have they treated. Have a conversation about how much they know. Don't assume just because they are a professional, they'll know. Not the case with this disorder.