Living With CRPS/RSD
RSDSA gives those affected by CRPS/RSD education, advocacy and hope! From signs & symptoms, to diagnosis, to living with CRPS/RSD long term, this section has health and lifestyle information for adults and youth living with this painful and debilitating condition – as well as for their families and caregivers.
Research/Medical
RSDSA raises funds for research to find better treatments – and a cure – for CRPS/RSD. We also work with research groups and healthcare professionals worldwide to foster collaboration, communication and awareness. Here you’ll find the latest studies and articles about progress and breakthroughs
Community
CRPS/RSD can be isolating. RSDSA ensures that those affected by CRPS/RSD are not alone. We’ve built a strong, vibrant community that participates in conferences, fundraising events, mentoring, support groups and other activities that help them take control of life with CRPS/RSD. Join us.
Our Mission
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association (RSDSA) mission is to provide support, education, and hope to all affected by the pain and disability of CRPS/RSD, while we drive research to develop better treatments and a cure.
Upcoming Events
If you would like to check RSDSA Events for the upcoming months that are not shown below, please visit our Event Calendar
RSDSA and The Coalition Against Pediatric Pain (TCAPP) are inviting youth to a Halloween Painting Party on Zoom next month! Register Now!
Please note the date of the event has been moved from Oct. 1 to Oct. 8 because of the impending impact of Hurricane Ian. “The Show of Force” is a unique fashion show experience, combined with gala art exhibits, auctions, catered dining and more, benefitting RSDSA! Fashions for Ladies of the Low Country Designed by Jessica Dutkiewicz. Purchase 2023 Calendar and Donate
Join us in-person or via Zoom for a fun afternoon of painting and comradery. There will be a silent auction, raffles, hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy California / Support Community (RSDCA) and the Orange County CRPS Survivors and Caregivers Support Group invite you to paint with Instructor Jeannie Garcia of The Painted Lady for a fun Paint & Sip afternoon to raise awareness for RSD/CRPS during November CRPS Awareness month. Register Now!
Suicide Helplines
New Suicide Hotline Number established: 988
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline — collaborates with more than 200 local crisis centers across the nation to provide the free, confidential service 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The hotline is operated by the nonprofit Vibrant Emotional Health on behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services’ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
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