Pleaase re-think all your options. I have had rsd since 1997 but, was not diagnosed until 1999. I recieved it due to a work related injury and had several surgeries. I tried Trigger point injections, Acupuncture,a tens unit, a hot tub (medical reasons=tax right off), massage therapy,physical therapy for 14 months. I'm on a variety of pain killers but, only takes the edge off. I thought of leaving this world many timed because of pain. But because of my children I find other things thast actually work. I noticed when I hold my pet cockatoo, my pain level goes down. Somethiing about caring for an animal helps. I also listen to music that calms me. But, the one thing I did find that helps, and this is for information only. I was advised by a relative who works in the medical community to try a little marijuana, I found out just by going to Google and type in "Medical Marijuana" and you'll find over 15 states that have it legal for certain diseases including RSD/CRPS. I tried it and found within minutes my pain was diminished enough that I can live a life. I can leave the house, visit friends, do gardening and a lot of thiings around the house I couldn't before for 11 yrs. I'm in contact with my state legislature who is in favor for legalizing marijuana for medical use, We would be the 16 or 17th state to legalize it for medical use. It stopped my ides of going to sleep for good. Just type in "Medical Marijuana" on Google or ASK.com and you'll be surprised. Be sure to consult your Dr. before trying anything not prescribed. Good Luck