What is the primary sign of reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD)?
A)Stiffness
B)Osteopenia
C)Trophic changes
D)Hyperhydrosis

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Stiffness is the primary sign of reflex sympathetic dystrophy.
In RSD there will be rapid onset of swelling followed by stiffness. So physiotherapy management should be initiated as soon as possible to prevent stiffness.
RSD is a pain state maintained by sympathetic efferent activation, by circulating catecholamines, or by neurochemical action.

What Is the Primary Sign of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD)