If you’re living with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and medications haven’t helped, there are still effective options available.
In this episode of The Pain Diaries Podcast, Melbourne-based pain specialists Dr Nick Christelis and Dr Bradley Lewinsohn discuss evidence-based interventional and advanced treatments for CRPS, including sympathetic nerve blocks, ketamine infusions, spinal cord stimulation, dorsal root ganglion (DRG) stimulation, and pain pumps.
They also explain the importance of timing, multidisciplinary care, and understanding the three key drivers of CRPS pain — pain, autonomic, and immune mechanisms — to build a truly personalised treatment plan.
In this episode, you’ll learn about:
The 5-step approach to effective CRPS management
Early interventions that matter in acute CRPS
How sympathetic nerve blocks and Botox can prolong relief
The role of pulse radiofrequency and nerve modulation in chronic CRPS
Advanced options like spinal cord and dorsal root ganglion stimulation
How pain pumps and multidisciplinary programs fit into long-term management
Why there’s always something to consider, even when pain feels unmanageable
This expert-led guide offers clarity, structure, and hope for those navigating the complex world of CRPS care.
Watch the full episode to learn how specialists approach advanced CRPS treatment, and what options may be right for you.
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The Pain Diaries Podcast - Episode 7: Advanced CRPS Treatments | What Specialists Use When Medications Don’t Work
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