Conditions That May Be Associated With CRPS | Pradeep Chopra, MD, MHCM | RSDSA

In this resource, Dr. Pradeep Chopra discusses Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and its associated conditions, including POTS, MCAS, and Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS). He differentiates between CRPS type 1 and type 2, highlighting their distinct treatment approaches. Dr. Chopra also explores conditions commonly comorbid with CRPS such as dysautonomia (including POTS) and mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), emphasizing their symptoms and basic treatments like hydration and salt intake for POTS. The relationship between hypermobility disorders like EDS and nerve-related pain conditions is analyzed, noting how loose joints can lead to nerve compression or overstretching, causing symptoms similar to CRPS. Dr. Chopra calls attention to the importance of distinguishing these conditions for effective management and treatment.