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CRPS Treatment:
A Complete Guide

There’s no single treatment for CRPS. Medication and nerve blocks can help manage pain. Movement-based therapy is one of the most evidence-supported ways to improve function and prevent the condition from progressing.

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100%

of appointments are fully virtual. In-network with most insurance plans in select states.

90%

of patients report improvement*

9.6/10

satisfaction with Override providers*

*Source: Internal Override Health patient-reported outcomes data

How CRPS Is Treated

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Physical Therapy

Carefully paced movement and desensitization techniques, working within your tolerance rather than pushing through pain. This is a cornerstone of CRPS treatment.

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Pain Medicine

Nerve pain medication, and in some cases nerve blocks, can help manage pain and support participation in movement-based therapy. Our pain specialists coordinate closely with your physician or pain specialist.

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Pain Psychology

CRPS often brings fear of movement and touch. Pain-focused therapy addresses these patterns directly, which research increasingly shows can meaningfully affect outcomes.

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Coaching & Peer Support

Between visits, a certified pain coach helps you stay consistent with graduated movement and desensitization work.

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What to Expect

Your first visit focuses on understanding your diagnosis, current symptoms, and any medical treatment already in place.

Early treatment typically focuses on gentle, graded movement within your tolerance, progressing gradually as tolerated.

Timelines vary. Your team will help set realistic expectations based on your specific case.

Real Results

“I learned a lot about myself – what I could do to help myself, how I can help myself with my toolbox, that medication isn’t always the answer. My care team showed me how to cope with the pain and deal with everything.”

Marguerite L.
Override patient

Frequently Asked Questions

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When appropriately paced and guided, movement therapy is the foundation of treatment for CRPS. The key is working within your tolerance rather than pushing through severe pain.

Not necessarily. It depends on your pain level and specific case. Some patients benefit from a nerve block to help them participate more fully in movement therapy, a conversation to have with your pain specialist.

This varies significantly by severity and how early treatment started, but consistent, early engagement in movement-based therapy is associated with better outcomes.

Often, yes. We verify your specific benefits before your first visit.

We’re ready to help you experience relief from CRPS.

Schedule your free consultation today to learn more.

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