RSD/CRPS and Arthritis?
 

Hey all! I was originally injured in my right leg and so have most of my pain stemming from my knee up and down my right leg. I have recently been diagnosed with Arthritis in the knee of my RSD leg and was wondering if anyone knew of any articles online that can show a solid link between the two? Any info would be helpful! Thanks.

Hi :)

My CRPS started in my left knee after I had OA symptoms in my knee for 9 months and then had an arthroscopy. That diagnosed patellofemoral arthritis (under my kneecap) grade 3/4, but to be honest I have no idea whether the CRPS started because of the OA or because a nerve was damaged during the arthroscopy - i suspect it was a damaged nerve.

CRPS is known to cause damage to bones and muscles over time. I think Arthritis UK produces the CRPS info for the NHS. Worth doing some reading around on - there are lots of interesting papers and articles about CRPS.

Good luck!

Bram.

Arthritis
 

Hello,

Are you taking Celebrex? Celebrex is both an anti-inflammatory and also offers pain relief for arthritis. If you are not talking it you may want to ask your doctor about adding it to your regimen.

Arthritis can progress rapidly due to disuse and the same has been well documented regarding CRPS/RSD. The best thing you can do aside from surgery, is to use it. If you cannot tolerate walking on land, walking in a pool would be just as beneficial. Using a recumbent or stationary bike is also good but not as good as weight bearing. Even just 10 min of walking every hour would greatly reduce the speed of progression and reduce pain.

Tessa

Greetings: I have had RSD for almost five years now. I have severe osteoarthritis in my hips. Bone on bone in the right and almost in the left; because of the rsd, my pain management dr says no surgery. I use a cane to get around. I am limited on my mobility and length that I can walk. I have been using *admin edit*essential oils for about 3 months now. I use the *admin edit* and it seems to help. It doesn't cure rsd, as there is no cure, but it seems to help. I still have painful days, but it takes the edge off and has increased my range of motion. I still need to be careful. It has also helped my mood and my digestvie track. *admin edit*. Prayers and soft hugs!