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TREATMENTS

There is not yet a cure for Neuropathy, but progress is being made to find the underlying process of these conditions. If we can understand this process then options to cure Neuropathy may come about more rapidly. Medical professionals appear to be on their way and there is real hope among patients for what is to come. Early detection, correct diagnosis and proper treatment are overriding to of all other issues. If caught and treated properly early, your chance of long-term success is greatly increased. The good news is no matter how long you have had Neuropathy condition you can be helped in some way. As long as you are willing to stay active, are able to avoid surgical procedures, change medication usage when needed and improve eating habits. Unfortunately, Neuropathy conditions affect many systems of the body over time. The autonomic, central nerve system, immune system, limbic, gastrointestinal and more. As of now, there is no quick fix for Neuropathy conditions. There is not even a great treatment method that works for all patients. Neuropathy patients can find the best overall treatment with a team of professionals to manage all of the aspects of their syndrome.

  • Coordinating Doctors
  • Physical Therapy
  • Non-invasive Procedures
  • Surgery/Invasive Procedures
  • Goal Creation and Treatment
  • Medications to Consider
  • Ketamine Infusions

    Top U.S. Neurological doctors have said that this is the closest treatment to a cure for RSD and other Neurological conditions.

    • There are 3 forms/levels of Ketamine protocols. Outpatient, Inpatient and Coma. All three protocols have opponents and proponents in the medical field, but for many RSD patients this option has become a glimmer of hope and possibility of returning us to a life of normalcy. Dr. Schwartzman a leading specialist in RSD and the Ketamine Protocols says this is the closest treatment to a cure and he sees a day where the Ketamine protocols become the leading treatment for RSD patients. Per NIDA Research Report Series: Hallucinogens and Dissociative Drugs, 2001 - Ketamine is an odorless, tasteless drug that is found in liquid, pill, and powder form. Ketamine is classified as a type of dissociative drug. It alters the actions of the neurotransmitter glutamate throughout the brain. Glutamate is involved in perception of pain, responses to the environment, and memory.
      • Outpatient: Out patient version is usually done over a 5-10 day protocol. Some doctors do a few days, weeks or spread it out over a few months. Each infusion last approximately 4 hours. After a patient receives inpatient or coma Ketamine treatments they are typically given outpatient infusions as "boosters" over the next few months to a year or so to enhance the lasting effects of the pain lowering benefits. Of course each doctor will have their own protocol and we are just listing a typical version. This version was approved by the FDA in 2002 and is used by doctors across the country currently.
        • A recent outpatient IV Ketamine study for the treatment of CRPS/RSD study was done by Drexel University College of Medicine doctors and healthcare professionals demonstrated a statistically significant reduction in many pain parameters, (p<0.05). The report will be featured in an a upcoming journal publication call PAIN. This is a land mark as it is the first study utilizing an active placebo as a control. Professionals involved are: Robert J. Schwartzman, MD, Guillermo M. Alexander, Ph.D., John R. Grothusen, Ph.D., Terry Paylor RN, Erin Reichenberger MS and Marielle Perreault BS.
      • In Patient: This treatment is typically done over 5 continuous days of IV infusion with a combination of Ketamine and Clonidine while the patient is in the hospital. The patient will typically undergo booster treatments after the inpatient protocol is complete. This protocol is being done by doctors and hospitals since 2002 in more than 5 states. Hundreds of patients have done this procedure with a high success rate. Although all patients are different outcomes are continually being improved and the success rate is always increasing as well. Although it is not a cure it is the closest thing RSD patients have to one. A successful case is considered remission.
      • Coma: Patients are placed into an induced coma with a high dose of Ketamine, for 5 to 7 days. Patients travel to Monterey, Mexico with a team of American doctors as this procedure is not yet approved by the FDA. It will be difficult to get approval because the FDA  is requiring a double blind study. Due to obvious reasons this is going to be very difficult. There are a number of patients who have gone into remission with this treatment as well.
  • IvIg Infusions
  • Milestones of Successful Treatment

Do not use information on this site to treat or make judgments on Neuropathy conditions, medications and treatments. The material on the Power of Pain Foundation's website and all it's associated, linked or reference pages is for informational and education purposes. The Power of Pain Foundation and all of its associates will not be held liable for any damages because of information provided on this site. This site should not take the place of your medical doctors. Before starting, changing, or stopping any treatments or medicines consult with your healthcare professionals.

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