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Thought intrusion among adults living with complex regional pain syndrome.

PURPOSE
This study investigated the presence and influence of intrusive thoughts among adults previously diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome.


METHOD
The present study used an Internet-based survey completed by a sample (N = 326) from two national organizations.


RESULTS
After controlling for age, gender, and pain level, intrusive thoughts were significantly related to disability and health-related quality of life.


CONCLUSIONS/IMPLICATIONS
Intrusive thoughts about the inciting event that caused CRPS uniquely influenced pain and quality of life, suggesting a potential mechanism to target for intervention. Understanding factors that relate to maintenance of CRPS and its resulting disability will help in the development of treatments to improve quality of life.