Archana Puran Singh's son Ayushmann Sethi recently shared about former's resilience in dealing with a health condition called complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). He took to Instagram and wrote, "I am proud of my mom. She has had the hardest year, guys. She broke her hand, and she developed a rare condition called CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome), which means her hand is never going to be the same again. She has shot for 2-3 movies and a web series.”
Sharing that he is super proud of her, he further added that at 60-something years old, his mother started a YouTube channel and he is super proud of all her achievements and resilience.
Responding to it, Archana shared, "It is such a beautiful reel. These are happy tears. I do not think anybody has made such a reel. I am so proud of you. Proud of you for being able to conceptualise something like this. You are showing gratitude at the end of the year for the people around you. But tumne apni reel mein khud ka naam nahi daala. (You have not mentioned your own name). All of us are so proud of you.”
Moneycontrol team spoke to Dr Madhukar Bhardwaj, Director & HOD, Neurology, Aakash Healthcare, to understand more about Archana's health condition. He explained, "Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) can have a substantial impact on the quality of life of Archana Puran Singh. Long after an injury heals, it frequently results in persistent, disproportionate pain along with swelling, stiffness, and changes in sensation. Although not fatal, it can be emotionally and physically crippling and necessitates long-term multidisciplinary care."
It is believed to be brought on by a disruption or injury to the central and peripheral nerve systems, shared Dr Bhardwaj. "It can also develop following severe damage to the arm or leg. This may involve a fracture or a crushing injury," he added.
CRPS can also result from other large and small injuries, including sprained ankles, infections, heart attacks, and surgery.
"Not every person who sustains such an injury will eventually develop CRPS. Different inflammatory reactions and an unusual relationship between your central and peripheral nerve systems could be the cause," he shared.
Early treatment helps improve symptoms of complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). There is no single treatment, often, a combination of different treatments, tailored to your specific case, is required. Treatment options include medications like pain relievers, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, corticosteroids etc. Besides, heat therapy, topical analgesics, spinal cord stimulation, acupuncture and mirror therapy, among others, can help relieve pain, Dr Bhardwaj told Moneycontrol.
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The severe, chronic pain and sensitivity caused by CRPS can significantly interfere with day-to-day activities, making even basic tasks like dressing or holding objects agonizing due to an overreaction to touch. "It causes limb stiffness, swelling, muscle weakness, and skin color/temperature changes. It also restricts movement, interferes with sleep, and causes severe anxiety, depression, and social disengagement that affects work, self-care, and overall quality of life," he concluded.
1. What is complex regional pain syndrome?
CRPS is a chronic pain condition that usually affects an arm or leg, often after an injury or surgery, and causes pain that is more severe than expected.
2. What are the common symptoms of CRPS?
Persistent burning or throbbing pain, swelling, skin colour or temperature changes, sensitivity to touch, and reduced movement.
3. What causes CRPS?
The exact cause isn’t fully understood, but it is linked to abnormal responses of the nervous and immune systems after injury.
4. Is CRPS curable?
There is no definite cure, but early diagnosis and treatment can significantly reduce symptoms and improve function.
5. How is CRPS managed?
Treatment may include pain medications, physiotherapy, nerve blocks, psychological support, and lifestyle adjustments under medical guidance.
Disclaimer: This article, including health and fitness advice, only provides generic information. Don’t treat it as a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist for specific health diagnosis.
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