Upon meeting Kyle Maness, the first aspect that captures your attention is his quiet strength. Beneath his calm demeanor lies a narrative filled with fire, suffering, and a struggle that most of us can scarcely comprehend. A native of Huntsville, Kyle endured years grappling with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) following a devastating workplace incident that left him confronting pain so severe it has been likened to that of childbirth or amputation. Today, through innovative treatment, Kyle is transforming his tale of survival into one of recovery and optimism.
CRPS: The “Suicide Disease” with the Highest Pain Ranking
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, abbreviated as CRPS, is a rare neurological disorder that can set in after an injury or trauma. Rather than healing, the nervous system malfunctions, ensnaring patients in relentless cycles of agony. On the McGill Pain Index, CRPS ranks higher than any other condition, which is why it is grimly referred to as “the suicide disease.”
Dr. Katinka van der Merwe, the founder of Spero Clinic in Fayetteville, Arkansas, articulates it succinctly: “CRPS commandeers the autonomic nervous system. Many patients are led to believe there is no hope, but the reality is that the nervous system can be rehabilitated. It is capable of change. And when it changes, so too can their pain.” Read the full article here.
