Flex Therapist CEUs

1. Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a common chronic condition with clinical features that include pain, sensory, sudomotor and vasomotor disturbances, trophic changes, and impaired motor function.

A. True B. False

2. All of the following are risk factors for CRPS, EXCEPT?

A. Prolonged immobilization B. The use of Vitamin C C. Longer than normal healing times D. Lack of weight-bearing on lower extremities

3. The primary symptom associated with CRPS is?

A. Sweat dysregulation B. Skin color variability C. Continuous pain that is disproportionate to the inciting event D. None of the above

4. Elements of a CRPS treatment plan should include which of the following?

A. Physical or occupational therapy B. Medication for pain control C. Psychological or psychiatric consultation and therapy D. All of the above

5. Graded motor imagery and mirror box therapy are examples of which of the following treatment programs?

A. Desensitization B. Activities targeted to attain functional goals C. Neuromuscular re-education D. Home exercise program

6. Sympathetic blocks have long been a standard treatment for CRPS and can be useful for a subset of cases.

A. True B. False