I am so glad I joined this forum. I was diagnosed with CRPS several weeks ago after suffering since last March 2011 . I originally had it in my left foot due to an ingrowing toe nail in my right foot and both feet blew up out of all recognition . I have had sever back traumas for over 20 years and lived in constant pain . since I was diagnosed I have been getting Pain in my elbows and forearms and then my hands swelled up and my palms were shiny and red and now I find it difficult to pick a cup of coffee up or open a jar or use my crutches. So after reading your post and the other I presume CRPS can spread . Good luck to you all I will be asking my doc about it but don't live in hope (not any more) I know how you feel It does make you suicidal.