Regarding Sudeck's osteodystrophy all are true except:: (A) Burning pain, (B) Stiffness and swelling, (C) Erythematous and cyanotic discolouration, (D) Self limiting and good prognosis
Answer is D. (d) Self limiting and good prognosis- Recovery is prolonged and painful both for patient and surgeon. 3 years usually elapse before the bones are remineralized and it is rare that full range of movements returns.