With a combination of no ice, prescription NSAIDs, KT tape, pool, and physical therapy, I am proud to say that I have regained my range of motion and ability to walk without a limp (I can even do stairs now!!!). There are still some things I can't do, like grocery shopping, kneeling of any kind, lunging or squatting, but it helps to focus on the gains instead.

Wait and see does not sound like a good plan to me. CRPS is aggressive and I think it is important for us to be aggressive back to avoid spread and worsening of symptoms. Part of the problem with doctors treating this condition I think is that it's so rare and every scientific study I have read on it pretty much concludes with "meh...idk maybe". I think you doing research is a great thing and you should keep doing that and advocating for yourself. As much as our culture treats them like it, doctors are not magical all-knowing wizards. If you disagree with the treatment, let them know and tell them what you think is appropriate. And your body is wise! Listen to it!