[littlemom]

My RSD is coming out of remission and a Podiatrist who seems to know about the disorder is going to do a block in each foot. I have had lumbar sympathetic blocks but never this kind. Has anyone had success from this type of block?

[birchlake]

I have CRPS in my foot and the only block I know about is the lumbar sympathetic block.

I'd be sure to do some checking around and ask a lot of questions before you agree to it. Post the exact name when you find out what it is.

Hopefully somebody here will chime in.....

[alt1268]

I had a novacaine injection or steriod injection into the the ankle by a podiatrist when I was first dx. Not only did it hurt really bad, but after that each step I tried to take sounded and felt like I was walking on those styrofoam peanuts. My pain went past a 10. I don't recommend this at all.

[ginnie]

Welcome to Neruo talk. Just from my own view point, I am not sure a block is going to do anything long term to help your RSD. Do you know the name of the medicine he plans to use? I don't think I would go to a podiatrist, even a specialist in foot and ankle problems for RSD. You need a doctor who knows as much as possible about RSD. Someone who has vast knowledge of the condition. I do wish you all the best in what ever your decisions are to get help. I am sorry you came out of remission. Hope you can find the relief you need. ginnie

[terralyn]

My MAJOR concern would be spreading the rsd. My doc says no needles in the affected area at all. I would be questioning this like crazy!

[littlemom]

That is my concern also. She could make it worse. I know I have smp and lumbar nerve blocks served me well in stabilizing it in the past so I am thinking I should maybe see that Doc again. I am still on neurontin and amitriptiline to maintain things. I am going through physical therapy for bone spurs and my foot is not liking the exercises, in fact my ankle is hurting like I just sprained it in the exact area that started the rsd. . Thanks

[terralyn]

Originally Posted by littlemom

That is my concern also. She could make it worse. I know I have smp and lumbar nerve blocks served me well in stabilizing it in the past so I am thinking I should maybe see that Doc again. I am still on neurontin and amitriptiline to maintain things. I am going through physical therapy for bone spurs and my foot is not liking the exercises, in fact my ankle is hurting like I just sprained it in the exact area that started the rsd. . Thanks

Sorry you are having a rough time
Hang in there.. I was in the same place a few months ago. I was letting a doc talk me into a scs because I was grasping at straws. Fortunately I found this forum before I did it. Also.. check out rsdrx.com. its very informative about different treatments.

[edever34]

I had shots in my foot too before dx--AWFUL I DO NOT RECOMMEND any needles in affected limbs!!!!! Carol

[ginnie]

I had a cyst, which was removed. The podiatrist did put me out. It did come back and this time he did a nerve block. My foot never recovered the PN is terrible, and I am starting a buring sensation. I have torn ligaments, in which surgery is being considered. Now I am thinking this may not be good for me since three incisions are required to correct my walking. what will this do to the PN and increasing symptoms of RSD? I have no idea what to do. does anyone have any ideas or suggestions? I am afraid if I do this very invasive surgery that this condition will worsen. thank you, ginnie

[alt1268]

ginnie,

sorry to hear of your dilemina. I'm not sure how to answer. If it were me I guess I would ask the a beir block be done to reduce the possiblity of complications. It is a surgery that really should be done to prevent further damage to the area.