Managing the constant, searing discomfort of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) often requires more than standard medical care. If you have tried traditional therapies without success, you may have run out of options.
The experienced providers at Integrity Pain & Wellness have helped countless such CRPS
patients using ketamine infusions.
Here’s what they want you to know about this ground-breaking treatment.
CRPS is a chronic condition that often occurs after surgery, a fracture, or a minor injury. About 200,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with CRPS every year. The pain it causes in an arm or leg feels much worse than the original injury. This condition affects the nervous system, leading it to send pain signals to the brain continuously.
Common symptoms include:
Because the symptoms can be so severe, finding the right treatment early is vital. Left untreated, CRPS can lead to muscle wasting or permanent skin changes.
Ketamine was originally used as an anesthetic during surgery, but it’s now a key tool for treating chronic pain. It works differently from standard pain medications. Instead of just masking the pain, it targets the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptors in your brain.
When you have CRPS, these receptors often become overactive, which makes your nervous system extra sensitive. Ketamine helps by blocking these receptors. This process can reset the pain pathways in your brain. Low doses of intravenous ketamine can substantially alleviate pain for many people.
We provide ketamine infusions in a safe, monitored setting. During the process, we deliver the medication slowly into your bloodstream. This allows our specialists to tailor the dosage to your specific needs.
Ketamine is highly effective for those who haven't found relief elsewhere. A large-scale study by the Cleveland Clinic found that 20% to 46% of patients experienced meaningful improvements in pain and physical function with Ketamine.
While it isn't a cure, at our practice we’ve witnessed the powerful way this treatment can help CRPS patients manage symptoms and improve their ability to move and sleep.
If you’re tired of living with the constant burn of CRPS, it may be time to try something new. Our specialists can help you decide if ketamine therapy is the right choice for you.
Call us at 480-325-9600 or request an appointment online. We have offices in Scottsdale, Mesa, Glendale, and Prescott, AZ.
