Complex Regional Pain Syndrome in Distal Radius Fractures

Assaf Kadar, Nina Suh

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Abstract

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) type I is defined as chronic pain without an identifiable nerve injury and is a common complication following distal radius fractures (DRF). Diagnosis of CRPS is challenging and remains a topic of debate as the etiology of this pain syndrome remains unclear. Despite early promising results, the role of vitamin C in prophylactic treatment of CRPS following DRF is questionable. Physiotherapy and behavioral therapy may be effective in ameliorating symptoms of CRPS and help the patient build coping mechanisms to regain functionality. Emerging evidence suggest that most cases of CRPS are caused by nerve irritation that can be treated successfully with surgical decompression.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationDistal Radius Fractures
Subtitle of host publicationEvidence-Based Management
PublisherElsevier
Pages263-276
Number of pages14
ISBN (Electronic)9780323757645
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 2021
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • CRPS
  • Distal radius fractures
  • Nerve compression
  • Vitamin C

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