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Ketamine Infusions for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS/RSD)
Living with chronic pain conditions such as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), formerly called Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), can make everyday activities difficult and impact your career, relationships, and overall quality of life.
At Lone Star Infusion in Houston, Texas, our experienced team offers ketamine IV infusion therapy to help reduce pain, improve neural function, and manage other related symptoms.
Options
Treatment Options for CRPS/RSD
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One-Hour High Dose Infusion
- Designed for individuals with mild CRPS or neuropathic pain.
- Provides rapid pain relief and symptom reduction in a shorter session.
- Often used as a starting point to assess patient response and tolerance to ketamine therapy.
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Four-Hour High Dose Infusion
- Recommended for individuals with severe CRPS/RSD or complex neuropathic pain.
- Offers more intensive treatment to address stronger or widespread symptoms.
- Typically provides longer-lasting relief due to the extended infusion duration and higher cumulative dose.
| Feature | One-Hour High Dose Infusion | Four-Hour High Dose Infusion |
|---|---|---|
| Target Patients | Mild CRPS or neuropathic pain | Severe CRPS/RSD or complex neuropathic pain |
| Duration | 1 hour | 4 hours |
| Purpose | Rapid relief and symptom reduction; initial assessment of response | Intensive treatment for stronger or widespread symptoms |
| Cumulative Dose | Lower | Higher |
| Expected Relief | Shorter-term relief; may require follow-up sessions | Longer-lasting relief due to higher dose and extended infusion |
| Recommended Use | Starting point for new patients or milder symptoms | For patients needing more intensive pain management |
Ketamine and CRPS/RSD
What is CRPS/RSD?
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), also known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), is a condition affecting the autonomic and sympathetic nervous systems. It causes constant, intense, and severe pain that is often disproportionate to the original injury.
In addition to pain, CRPS/RSD may cause:
- Swelling
- Muscle spasms
- Changes to your skin color and texture
- Extreme sensitivity to touch and temperature
- Insomnia
- Problems with concentration and memory
- Disability
There are two types of CRPS :
- Type I : Occurs after a minor or secondary nerve injury from events such as soft tissue injuries, bone fractures, heart problems, or repetitive strain injuries (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome).
- Type II : Involves a definable major nerve injury and requires prompt treatment to avoid chronic pain and debilitation.
How is CRPS/RSD treated?
At Lone Star Infusion, our Anesthesiologist/Anesthetist team uses ketamine IV infusion therapy to treat chronic pain conditions. Ketamine works with your neurons to improve neural function and reduce neurological pain.
Many patients achieve long-term relief with a combination of an initial infusion series followed by regular booster treatments
What Happens During Ketamine IV Therapy for CRPS/RSD?
Before beginning treatment, you will have a comprehensive consultation with an Anesthesiologist/Anesthetist to determine if ketamine therapy is appropriate.
- Infusion duration and frequency: Patients often receive one-hour high-dose infusions on an as-needed basis. A common regimen may include one or two treatments every six to eight weeks to manage symptoms. Some patients maintain results with one-hour infusions every eight weeks, typically after several years of therapy.
- Monitoring and safety: You will be continuously monitored during infusions to ensure safety and effectiveness. Best-practice standards and protocols are followed for every session.
How many infusions will I need?
A series of infusions, followed by maintenance treatments, provides the most effective and lasting relief, with each infusion building on the previous session.
- For psychiatric symptoms, we often start with a series of six infusions over several weeks, followed by maintenance treatments every 3–5 weeks as needed.
- For chronic pain conditions, treatment may involve one or more one-hour high-dose infusions, followed by one or two infusions every six to eight weeks for symptom management.
The number and frequency of treatments vary depending on individual needs, symptom severity, and response to therapy. Over time, we work with patients to extend the interval between treatments when possible.
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If you want to learn more about how ketamine IV infusion therapy can help manage CRPS/RSD and other chronic pain conditions, call Lone Star Infusion or schedule an appointment online today.