Positive Options for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (Rsd): Self-Help and Treatment (Positive Options for Health) - Softcover

Juris, Elena

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0897934369 ISBN 13: 9780897934367

Publisher: Hunter House Inc.,U.S., 2005

Synopsis

Imagine that the mere breeze of an air conditioner could send you into excruciating pain. For those who suffer from Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) this form of crippling nerve pain is a chronic reality. With symptoms including swelling, stiffness, skin discoloration, and chronic burning pain, RSD is an underdiagnosed and undertreated syndrome that often leaves its victims bedridden.

This book provides self-help techniques, focusing on complementary therapies and holistic strategies that can be crucial in maximizing the potential for healing from RSD. Interviews with chronic pain specialist Nelson Hendler, M.D. and occupational therapist and neurological acupuncturist Sheri Barnes offer medical insights into mind-body dynamics, holistic neurological healing and RSD pain reduction through acupuncture and changing one's reactions to pain. Readers will gather hope from patient testimonies and learn techniques to transform the pain and discomfort of RSD.

A separate chapter for family and friends describes what they can do to help. Resources list adaptive home and office equipment and how to participate in support groups, find doctors and therapists, and find out about experimental treatments for RSD.

RSD is a newly recognized disease and few trade books about it exist. It is also known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.

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Review

Ms. Juris has written a wonderful, readable, hope-filled book for individuals and families struggling with a too often intractable foe. Jim Broatch, MSW, Executive Director, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association of America
Finally an inspirational, positive voice that speaks to us calmly, confidentially, wisely and equally comforting. Helen Small, President, PARC, Promoting Awareness of RSD/CRPS in Canada
Elena does a wonderful job demonstrating how multiple complementary therapies play a critical role in the individualized rehabilitation of RSD. Stephanie Gilliam, MPT, Physical Therapist, Arlington, VA
An outstanding gift of Elena's expertise is her expansive resource list of available help for this condition. A significant contribution. Marshall S. Frumin, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon, Houston, TX
I recommend this book with enthusiasm to people struggling with RSD, and to those who are involved in their care. Dr. Amanda C de C Williams, Reader in Clinical Health Psychology and Consultant Clinical Psychologist, University of London, UK
Elena bravely explores the mind-body connection and passionately articulates treating the whole person, detailing every option along the way. Cynthia Toussaint, Founder and Spokesperson, For Grace
An insightful and inspiring account for RSD sufferers and the health care community. Melissa Blank, MPT, Physical Therapist, Baltimore, MD
Provides lifesaving wisdom and is not afraid to examine the brutal difficulties of constant pain and lost independence. Sosha Devi, Yoga for Chronic Pain Project; American Pain Foundation, Baltimore, MD
This highly practical and action-oriented book is the most comprehensive storehouse of pain-relief I ve seen around. Phyliss Shanken, MA, Psychologist, INTROSPECT of Buxmont, Colmar, PA
This inspiring and incredibly informative book provides dozens of proven ways to regain control of your health. David Spero, RN, Author of The Art of Getting Well: A Five-Step Plan for Maximizing Health When You Have a Chronic Illness
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"Ms. Juris has written a wonderful, readable, hope-filled book for individuals and families struggling with a too often intractable foe." -- Jim Broatch, MSW, Executive Director, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association of America

"Finally -- an inspirational, positive voice that speaks to us calmly, confidentially, wisely and equally comforting." -- Helen Small, President, PARC, Promoting Awareness of RSD/CRPS in Canada

"Elena does a wonderful job demonstrating how multiple complementary therapies play a critical role in the individualized rehabilitation of RSD." -- Stephanie Gilliam, MPT, Physical Therapist, Arlington, VA

"An outstanding gift of Elena's expertise is her expansive resource list of available help for this condition. A significant contribution." -- Marshall S. Frumin, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon, Houston, TX

"I recommend this book with enthusiasm to people struggling with RSD, and to those who are involved in their care." -- Dr. Amanda C de C Williams, Reader in Clinical Health Psychology and Consultant Clinical Psychologist, University of London, UK

"Elena bravely explores the mind-body connection and passionately articulates treating the whole person, detailing every option along the way." -- Cynthia Toussaint, Founder and Spokesperson, For Grace

"An insightful and inspiring account for RSD sufferers and the health care community." -- Melissa Blank, MPT, Physical Therapist, Baltimore, MD

"Provides lifesaving wisdom and is not afraid to examine the brutal difficulties of constant pain and lost independence." -- Sosha Devi, Yoga for Chronic Pain Project; American Pain Foundation, Baltimore, MD

"This highly practical and action-oriented book is the most comprehensive storehouse of pain-relief I've seen around." -- Phyliss Shanken, MA, Psychologist, INTROSPECT of Buxmont, Colmar, PA

"This inspiring and incredibly informative book provides dozens of proven ways to regain control of your health." -- David Spero, RN, Author of The Art of Getting Well: A Five-Step Plan for Maximizing Health When You Have a Chronic Illness

Synopsis

RSD, also called Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, is a debilitating, multi-system illness that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterised by severe nerve pain, changes in bone and skin, swelling, and extreme sensitivity to touch. In 65 percent of cases, simple conditions such as sprains or carpal tunnel syndrome escalate into RSD. Important facts about RSD: Women and people between the ages of 40 to 60 are most at risk. There is no known cure for RSD, but with prompt, effective treatment, many people go into remission or experience lesser symptoms. Interspersed with the author's own experience and other patient testimonies, this book combines medical information, practical advice and support - a critical component for readers contending with what can be a mysterious, excruciating illness. In addition, this book is the first to provide information on complementary and holistic therapies, treatments that can be crucial for maximising the potential for healing from RSD.

Edition details

• Publisher: Hunter House Inc.,U.S.
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0897934369
• ISBN 13: 9780897934367
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 256