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Case Reports
. 2025 Feb;9(1):21-25.

Temporary Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type I in the Upper Extremity: A Case Report

Newshaw Arvin  1 , Andrew Barker  1 , Blake Fechtel  1 , Matthew Cutrer  1 , Yashar Eshraghi  1
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Case Reports

Temporary Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type I in the Upper Extremity: A Case Report

Newshaw Arvin et al. Pain Med Case Rep. 2025 Feb.
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Abstract

Background: Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) presents a significant treatment challenge, characterized by severe pain following trauma or surgery. This study examines CRPS management, emphasizing the role of temporary peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) in alleviating subacute postoperative symptoms.

Case report: Focusing on a case study of a 65-year-old woman with CRPS Type I, we explore the use of a temporary PNS system, highlighting its effectiveness in reducing pain by 80% and facilitating rehabilitation. The procedure involved ultrasound-guided percutaneous lead placement, showcasing a minimally invasive approach with substantial functional improvements for the patient.

Conclusions: This case underscores the potential of temporary PNS in CRPS treatment in the subacute setting, advocating for further research to validate its efficacy and expand its application in clinical practice. The manuscript calls for additional studies to explore the benefits of temporary PNS, aiming to enhance pain management strategies and improve quality of life for CRPS patients.

Keywords: Peripheral nerve stimulation; case report; chronic pain; complex regional pain syndrome; upper extremity pain.

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