Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

Complex regional pain syndrome, commonly called CRPS, can cause changes that extend beyond persistent pain. The affected arm, hand, leg, or foot may become swollen, appear red or pale, and feel noticeably warmer or cooler than the opposite limb. At Freedom Spine & Pain Center, Rajesh K. Sharma, MD, is board-certified in anesthesiology and pain management and fellowship-trained in interventional pain management. Vrunda H. Pandya, MD, is a board-certified anesthesiologist with fellowship training in regional anesthesia. Their experience helps patients throughout San Antonio and the Texas Hill Country evaluate unusual pain patterns and explore care suited to their symptoms.  Recognizing why these physical changes [...]

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain condition that can develop after an injury, surgery, or nerve damage. It often begins with mild discomfort but can quickly progress into severe, persistent pain.  At Freedom Spine & Pain Center, Dr. Rajesh K. Sharma and Dr. Vrunda H. Pandya bring extensive expertise to the care of patients facing CRPS. Dr. Sharma is Board Certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Management with advanced fellowship training in Interventional Pain Management, while Dr. Pandya, Board Certified in Anesthesiology, trained at New York University and Weill Cornell.  Recognizing the early signs of CRPS is vital to finding relief and preventing long-term complications. [...]

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic nerve disorder that causes intense, persistent pain, often in the arms or legs. While the physical symptoms are often overwhelming, the psychological effects of CRPS can be equally difficult. The emotional toll of constant pain is often overlooked but can significantly impact mental health and quality of life.  At Freedom Spine & Pain Center, care is led by Rajesh K. Sharma, MD, a double board-certified pain specialist with fellowship training in Interventional Pain Management, and Vrunda H. Pandya, MD, a board-certified anesthesiologist with advanced fellowship training from New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell. Their experience guides a comprehensive [...]

Living with complex regional pain syndrome, or CRPS, can feel like a relentless cycle of discomfort, confusion, and frustration. When pain medications fail to bring lasting relief, it's easy to feel discouraged.  At Freedom Spine & Pain Center, our care goes beyond prescriptions. Dr. Rajesh Sharma is Board Certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Management and completed fellowships in Interventional Pain after residencies in Internal Medicine and Anesthesiology. Dr. Vrunda Pandya is also board-certified in Anesthesiology, with fellowship training in Regional Anesthesia from Weill Cornell. Their expertise drives our comprehensive, targeted CRPS therapies that help reduce pain and restore quality of life. What Is Complex Regional Pain Syndrome? [...]