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What research is being done for complex regional pain syndrome?

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a syndrome that is not yet understood by doctors. When a disease or syndrome is not understood, it becomes more difficult to find a treatment.

That being said, there is on-going research and clinical studies are being done to try to find treatments. Currently, some studies are investigating the use of lenalidomide, a medication used to treat myelodysplastic syndrome, and ketamine, a type of anesthetic. Other studies are also in progress.

Reference: 

George Groeneweg, BS, et al. Vasodilative Effect of Isosorbide Dinitrate Ointment in Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type 1. In Clinical Journal of Pain. January 2008. Vol. 1. No. 24. Pp. 89-92.

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