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Originally Posted by CRPSjames
How exciting-a newbe to try tDCS. I have one suggestion.
Us folks who have had CRPS for so long have lots of time to experiment with different protocols. Your window may be rapidly closing. Please consider a consultation with Dr. James Fugedy in Atlanta so you can be up and running immediately, have all of your questions answered and be able to receive ongoing instruction in the latest protocols. You could loose so much time trying to do your own research or hope that a protocol tried by others will work for you. According to his website, Fugedy also uses tDCS to treat depression. You might be able to get your insurance to cover the visit for depression. This route would not preclude Ketamine treatments. You could get a jump on tDCS with Fugedy while you are trying to find Ketamine treatments.
I myself have not seen Fugedy, but I am seriously considering scheduling an appointment to see it I can utilize the device in a better way. Catra has suggested that I am getting greedy. I am guilty as charged! I want remission.
I am so impressed with how fast you have educated yourself about CRPS and the most effective treatments.
Hope this suggestions helps!
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I have found a pm in Atlanta who does ketamine infusions and is "in network". Has anyone had any experience with the "Shepard Center"?
Dr. Fugedy is "out of network" for me so I'd have a $6000 deductible (ouch). However, I thought if I'm going to Atlanta to see about ketmaine, perhaps I could stop in and see Dr. Fugedy.
Does anyone have any idea how much it costs to see Dr. Fugedy and go through the tdcs treatments? I read that several people who post on this board are currently down in Atlanta consulting with him.
Additionally, can Ketamine and tdcs therapy be done back to back so I could do both therapies during one stay in Atlanta? (trying to save much needed money). If they can be done close together, which should go first?
I appreciate everyone's kind words and encouragement. I hope to someday be able to help others as you have done for me.