Strontium Ranelate Might be a Therapeutic Option for Treatment of CRPS
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Case Reports - Year 2017, Vol 9, Issue 2
Abstract
The postmenopausal osteoporosis of a 66-year-old female with long lasting end stage complex regional pain syndrome on the right hand was treated with strontium ranelate 2 grams daily. After few weeks of treatment an impressive improvement of pain and immobility of the right hand occurred.
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Malgorzata Brunner-Palka, Manfred Herold
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- DOI 10.9734/IJMPCR/2017/33198
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