IV ketamine is one option that may be considered for selected adults with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). Dr. Rainier Guiang, MD evaluates your symptoms, prior treatments, medications, and safety factors in a focused cash-pay consult before discussing whether a supervised infusion plan makes sense in Riverside or Menifee.
Cash-pay note: This regenerative service is separate from insurance-based pain care. We provide a clear plan and expected costs before treatment; a superbill is available on request.
Who this may be for
- Adults with a CRPS diagnosis or a pain pattern that needs careful evaluation
- People with ongoing burning, sensitivity, temperature or color changes, or movement-limiting pain
- Patients who have tried appropriate care and want to discuss a supervised, non-opioid option
- People prepared to set functional goals and understand that response varies
Who may not be a good fit
- Anyone with an untreated condition that could explain the symptoms and needs a different evaluation first
- People with health conditions, medication interactions, or psychiatric concerns that make ketamine unsafe
- Those needing urgent assessment for a new neurologic or vascular problem
- Anyone expecting a guaranteed reversal of CRPS or a permanent result from one treatment
CRPS can be complicated. We will recommend another direction when it is safer or more appropriate.
What IV ketamine is
Ketamine is a medication that can affect pain-processing pathways. When appropriate, it may be delivered by IV with clinical monitoring. The purpose is to explore whether a supervised course can support pain relief, tolerance of movement, or daily function. It is not a promise to cure CRPS, and it is not right for every patient.
See the main ketamine infusions page for related information.
Ketamine and CRPS: what to discuss
We review how long you have had symptoms, what triggers them, sleep and mood effects, prior procedures or medications, and any conditions that change risk. A thoughtful evaluation matters because CRPS care often works best as part of a broader plan that may include movement, rehabilitation, and other medical support.
What to expect
- Consult ($95, cash-pay) — review of your CRPS history, exam, medications, and goals
- Risk and logistics review — discussion of monitoring, transportation, medication instructions, and alternatives
- Supervised infusion if appropriate — the visit follows the individualized plan discussed with you
- Follow-up — assessment of pain, movement, sleep, and function rather than relying on a single symptom score
Locations
Regenerative Medicine at UPC sees cash-pay patients in Riverside and Menifee, CA. Call 951-900-3253 or email regeneration@unipain.com.
FAQ
Can ketamine cure CRPS?
No treatment can guarantee that. Some patients may experience meaningful changes, while others do not. We set realistic goals and reassess.
Will an infusion be uncomfortable?
IV placement can cause brief needle discomfort. During treatment, temporary nausea, drowsiness, lightheadedness, or perceptual changes are possible and are discussed before care.
Is this insurance pain management?
No. This is a separate cash-pay regenerative service. University Pain Consultants handles traditional insurance-based pain care at 951-784-7111.
What is the first step?
Book the $95 consult so Dr. Guiang can determine whether the evaluation and a supervised treatment discussion are appropriate.
Ready to discuss a careful CRPS plan?
Book your $95 consult · Call 951-900-3253 · regeneration@unipain.com
