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Originally Posted by LIT LOVE
Blocks are often used as a diagnostic tool, as well. Relief, even for a short period, confirms RSD is the correct diagnosis.
The skill of the doc perfeorming the block can make a big difference as well.
I had some done by the local pain mill doc, and others by a former spine surgeon, turned pain doc. The second were harder on me (I was awake and my reactions helped him pinpoint the area) but vastly superior.
The pain mill doc's were more hit or miss, where as the spine doc's blocks all lasted 2+weeks.
Just make sure you're getting the best RSD care available in your area.
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Hi Lit Love, you are quickly becoming my best friend on this site!
my neuro doc actually sent me to a PM doc that is 140 miles from where I live because he has little faith in the ones in the town of 20,000 people that I live in. So, I hope that I am seeing the best of the best in my state. My PM doc is somewhat of a expert on RSD and almost all of his pts. have it. I hope this is a good thing?? He sure seems to know every little thing about me even before I tell him. He says my RSD has spread very quickly and it is aggresive (sp?). But from what I read on here, its that way for everyone who has it. Hope you have a great morning Lit Love! And once again, thank you so much for your help. Karen