So sorry you had the spred of this cursed RSD after your hip surgery. I passed on ankle surgery, as I got lucky and had a orthopedic surgeon who said NO WAY. I have not had a flair, or spred. I sure hope for the dear person posting here, that they get the very best in advice with knowledgable people. What happened to you, could have happened to me. So many doctors just don't know enough. I hope you are OK Debbie, and have some good pain control. Thank the good Lord for NT and the dicussions we have here. ginnie