What is the new treatment for CRPS?

Vagus Nerve Stimulation at the Spero Clinic CRPS Vagus Nerve StimulationOne of the cornerstones of our system is vagus nerve stimulation. In our clinic, we use a technique I have personally developed to decrease pressure on the Vagus nerve. The Vagus nerve is one of the twelve cranial nerves that generally control senses like smell, balance, taste and sight. The Vagus nerve is the 10th cranial nerve and it is vastly important. It controls inflammation of the body (including nerves), GI function and immune function, to name a few. The autonomic nervous system (the automatic nervous system) is divided into two parts: Sympathetic (fight or flight) and Parasympathetic (rest and digest). The Vagus nerve contains parasympathetic fibers. In my experience, virtually 100% of CRPS patients suffer from malfunction of the Vagus nerve to at least some degree, with sympathetic dominance of their autonomic nervous system, rather than a balance between Sympathetic/Parasympathetic. This, of course, explains why so many patients CRPS patients suffer from symptoms associated with cranial nerve dysfunction, such as sensitivity to light and sound. Also, it explains the very common failure of the digestive tract in CRPS patients, generally a symptom that is regarded as a separate diagnosis in the medical community, requiring a separate treatment. The other parts of my system are like a tool bag full of different tools. Most patients will require a customized approach, based on their unique circumstances. Please note that in my experience, our system is like a cookie recipe. You cannot pick and choose individual ingredients and expect the same outcome as when all the treatments are used together. Synergy is vastly important, where one part is exponentially more powerful when part of my system. Following is a brief mention of a few of the tools we use at the SPERO Clinic: Detoxification (based on patient tolerance) A functional blood analysis. Our doctor who specializes in this specifically looks for signs of a viral and/or bacterial infection. For example, patients who suffer from CRPS often will also suffer from a chronic Epstein Barr Viral (EBV) infection, making long-term healing unlikely unless the infection is addressed. Chronic bacterial bladder infections will also impede healing, and are often overlooked. Blood is not drawn unless the patient is considered stabilized, as a needle prick may spread CRPS in unstable cases. Magnetic Resonance Therapy is used to calm the nervous system and decrease pain, in order to “set the table” and prepare the body to accept other therapies. Emotional healing therapies. I have a doctor on our team who specializes in neutralizing the effect of emotional stress on the Central Nervous System. In our experience, most CRPS patients suffer from severe PTSD and fear, as they no longer trust their bodies to naturally be healthy. This course provides our patients with powerful tools to influence their lives and their health. Neuromuscular Re-education, FDA approved for relaxation of muscle spasms, prevention of muscle atrophy, muscle re-education and increasing range of motion. The patient is connected to a machine that uses Direct Current (patented in a way to not cause the nervous system to “guard”) while put through specific rehabilitative exercises. This process is overseen by an experienced and dedicated therapist, familiar with your case. You will grow very close to your therapist and the day you graduate, they will be right by your side to watch you ring the bell (more about that later). Sound wave technology is used to break up adhesions and scar tissue, both of which may impede healing to the body as a whole. Click here to view more of the Treatment Modalities used at Spero Clinic.

What does CRPS remission look like?

Some people experience complete remission and some people find that it is now possible to lead a fairly normal life with manageable pain levels. The definition of success is different for every person.

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