General Guideline Principles for Biopsychosocial Approach
to CRPS for workers compensation patients

The New York State workers compensation board has developed these guidelines to help physicians, podiatrists, and other healthcare professionals provide appropriate treatment for Biopsychosocial Approach to CRPS.

These Workers Compensation Board guidelines are intended to assist healthcare professionals in making decisions regarding the appropriate level of care for their patients with ankle and foot disorders.

The guidelines are not a substitute for clinical judgement or professional experience. The ultimate decision regarding care must be made by the patient in consultation with his or her healthcare provider.

Biopsychosocial Approach to CRPS of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

Since the conventional medical design of acute injury leading to pain and tissue damage does not illustrate chronic pain syndromes, the “biopsychosocial model,” emphasizes the need to sign up for the specific interactions between living organisms, psychological, and social aspects to understand health and illness are now frequently used to explain and maintain CRPS and other chronic pain. The presence of pain in the presence of cell damage or even after healing may be explained by the central nervous system’s (CNS) variables.

The perception of and reactions to pain may be influenced by genetic factors as well. The perception and explanation of clinical symptoms and their repercussions on personal and professional lives are also influenced by psychological and social factors. Social factors may be important in treating CRPS patients since they have a significant impact on how well a person can control their pain and distress and are easier to treat after they have been identified.

Instances of acute pain (such as trauma) may be relieved temporarily by inactivity. However, inactivity causes subacute to chronic conditions to worsen, take longer to recover from and come with deconditioning.

Therefore, greater activity is advised for almost all chronic conditions that are linked to ongoing discomfort. Reduced activity restrictions to speed recovery may be acceptable for some acute pain disorders.

To get back to as close to normal function as feasible, however, rehabilitation in the chronic context typically requires performing those activities that may cause the pain on a progressively increased basis. There is growing agreement that the chronic and subacute phases should start earlier and earlier with increased activity levels to prevent recovery delays.

What our office can do if you have workers compensation injuries

We have the experience to help you with their workers compensation injuries. We understand what you are going through and will meet your medical needs and follow the guidelines set by the New York State Workers Compensation Board.

We understand the importance of your workers compensation cases. Let us help you navigate through the maze of dealing with the workers compensation insurance company and your employer.

We understand that this is a stressful time for you and your family. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please contact us so we will do everything we can to make it as easy on you as possible.

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