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Originally Posted by Nanc
I disagree, I had this issue when they were using ice on shoulder and foot injuries I had. It was not used to cool a burning area or even overused, it was used in the proper RICE way. In my case, it made the RSD worsen and spread. The ice did more damage.
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Hi Nanc..
Forgive me for inquiring on this subject. But how is it that you are sure that the proper use of ice made your RSD worsen and spread? I am new to the hypothesis (at this time I have to call it that..) that ice is an absolute no-no for CRPS. I have read Dr. Hooshmand's article and understand his theories to an extent.. however that is what they are to me at this point. I would love to see some published studies, research trials, etc that have been done to evaluate this theory.
The reason why I ask how you know what made your RSD worsen and spread is because we know the nature of this disease. It is a disease that is systemic in nature due to the location of the sympathetic nerves. It is a disease that almost always spreads and worsens over time.
I don't know what to believe about the ice theory. I am steering clear of ice for now, which is agonizing because it was profoundly helpful for my pain. But for me, the verdict is still out and I need further evidence.