RSD or, reflex sympathetic dystrophy, is a condition that is characterized by pain, tenderness, skin changes, and bone demineralization in an affected upper or lower extremity. A precipitating event occurs in approximately 2/3 of all reflex sympathetic dystrophy cases. There are usually three stages to this condition:
RSD
by Laura Inverarity, D.O.
for About.comUpdated May 08, 2006
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