Reflex sympathetic dystrophy is a painful, disabling disorder of unknown pathophysiological origin that usually commences after trauma to or surgery on a limb. In chronic cases, the syndrome leads to ...

Reflex sympathetic dystrophy is also known as complex regional pain syndrome. A man with worsening pain in his right arm is diagnosed with reflex sympathetic dystrophy. Contributed by Sherril Sego, ...

Brisk reflexes refer to an above-average response during a reflex test. During a reflex test, your doctor tests your deep tendon reflexes with a reflex hammer to measure your response. This test is ...