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Infusion Ketamine Treatment for CRPS/RSD: A Ray of Hope for Persistent Pain Relief
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), also known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), is a debilitating and enigmatic chronic pain condition that affects the limbs, often following an injury or surgery. Its potential unyielding pain can significantly impair one's quality of life, making some simple daily activities a challenge. Amidst the quest for effective relief, infusion ketamine treatment has emerged as a promising avenue for individuals battling CRPS/RSD. Through careful administration of ketamine by our anesthesiologists, patients can experience a profound pain relief which could allow for physical therapy and rehabilitation. Ketamine infusion treatment administered at Portland Ketamine Clinic can offer hope to those trapped in the difficulty of CRPS/RSD, paving the way for reduced pain and improved functionality.
CRPS / RSD
Do I need a referral in order to have ketamine therapy?
Please note: In order to be a patient at Portland Ketamine Clinic you must have a referral from a psychiatrist or pain specialist. We can NOT accept referrals from ANY other mental health care providers incl. MHNP, therapists or psychologists. Patients will also be required to get monthly referrals from their psychiatrist or pain specialist.
How do I get started?
You will be required to maintain ongoing referral from your pain specialist, M.D. or D.O. during your series of ketamine infusions. We will be contacting them to confirm your diagnosis. You will also need to download and complete BOTH, a brief health questionnaire and a release of medical information form found under the FORMS tab above. After you FAX or email us the forms back our clinic staff will contact you to schedule your first appointment
What conditions does ketamine treat?
Ketamine infusions may help some patients with Reflex sympathetic dystrophy now called Complex regional pain syndrome. It should be noted that ketamine infusion therapy does not guarantee success with your pain. It is possible to undergo ketamine infusion therapy and have no beneficial effect. This course of treatment is purely elective. Patients must make their own decision to voluntarily proceed knowing it may have no beneficial effect. However thousands of patients treated with ketamine have shown significant improvement in their symptoms. The highest chances for successful treatment begins with a proper diagnoses.
How long does ketamine infusion take?
A typical treatment plan for CRPS/RSD is a series of increasing doses of ketamine infusions over a 3-5 day schedule. Which is then repeated the following week. Each infusion session is anywhere between 4-6 hrs. in duration.
More than one series of infusions may be required to achieve resolution of symptoms.
As a guideline the more days of ketamine therapy in a row the better resolution of symptoms. However each patient disease is different and we work with you to determine a treatment plan that works with your situation. Some patients may do well with a less intensive treatment plan but CRPS and RSD require intensive therapy.
Does insurance cover ketamine infusion treatments?
We can only accept cash or credit cards. We can not accept checks of any kind.
There is an 80% deposit required when we schedule your infusion appointment. Remainder of the balance due will be paid on the day of your infusion.All payments can be made by cash or credit card. We accept VISA and MASTER CARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS.
Our clinic is under no obligation to pursue reimbursement on the patient’s behalf. We will provide you with documentation of your infusion visits, insurance codes, and treatment plan. Its between you and your insurance plan how much if any amount will be reimbursed to you. Please bring your medical records and new patient information form.
Testimonials
"Three days after the completion of the Ketamine Treatment, I very suddenly felt amazing. I was happy, the depression was nonexistent, and I was filled with a desire to do everything all at once.
- Actual patient
"I was efficient, clear headed and most notably, the feelings of dread and stress that used to invade my thoughts were gone.”
- Actual patient
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Is ketamine addictive?
Addiction has not been described in ketamine infusion therapy given the dose used, treatment schedule, supervised medical setting and lack of withdrawal symptoms.
Ketamine has a proven track record of being an FDA-approved anesthetic medication since the mid 1960’s.
Will ketamine treatment effect my current medications?
High doses of benzodiazepines will likely make ketamine therapy ineffective. You will need to talk with your prescribing physician about your benzodiazepine use.
Patients on MAOI’s should also not take ketamine. You should consult with your prescribing doctor before starting or stopping ANY medication.
What medical conditions will exclude me from ketamine treatment?
Any medical condition that is not well managed would preclude you from treatment. Uncontrolled high blood pressure, or any serious cardiac or respiratory conditions need to be disclosed to avoid complications. The doctor will review all your conditions and medications with you when he goes over your patient health questionnaire.
What are the side effects of ketamine?
Some patients have reported mild dissociative symptoms during their infusions which are short lived. While not usually unpleasant some effects of floating, blurry visual changes, and dizziness can be treated with other medications to make your infusion be a pleasant experience and not scary.
Can I drive to my infusion appointment?
The ketamine infusion produces a mental state which makes it unsafe for you to drive a car or operate heavy machinery for 24 hours after your infusion. So it is mandatory that a trusted friend or family member accompany you to all your infusion appointments. They will be expected to transport you to and from your appointment.
We have chosen to err on the side of safety by using more stringent exclusion guidelines than our purposes require when deemed necessary. We reserve the right to refuse treatment based on our clinical impression.