Living with RSD

Reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), also known as complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), is a chronic,painful, and progressive neurological condition that affects skin, muscles, joints, and bones. The syndrome usually develops in an injured limb, such as a broken leg, or following surgery. However, many cases of RSD involve only a minor injury, such as a sprain. And in some cases, no precipitating event can be identified. RSD strikes people from all walks of life - men and women, from children to senior citizens  and there is no known cure. This disease affects millions of people here in the US and around the world, and yet the medical community has very little awareness of RSD.

The world of a dancer as seen in in pictures. This short film captures the essence of what it is like to develop RSD and the horrible things it does to your body. This is not an isolated case by any means. What you will see happens many, many times a day to fellow RSD patients. The one thing that does not vary is the PAIN.......