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Holistic Centered Treatment (HCT) was created by Dr. Traci Patterson. Contact us to schedule your free confidential consultation via telephone or telehealth.

01/27/2026

To change the paradigm with CRPS, we have to take a different approach. One of the big pieces that symptom-based treatments are not addressing is dysautonomia.

The dysfunction in the autonomic nervous system is a big part of CRPS. When the sympathetic nervous system (SNS) is activated in what is commonly known as the “fight or flight” response, the hormones and neurotransmitters of adrenaline (also called epinephrine) and noradrenaline (also called norepinephrine) are released.

With CRPS, we consistently hear the term "fight or flight".

When our body is stuck in this state it then can cause vasomotor changes, coloration changes, temperature changes, edema, etc. And, in the long-term it can cause a dysregulation in the immune system.

Think about that. These are all symptoms that CRPS patients are living with. That is not a coincidence.

This is why it's important to address dysautonomia while treating the whole person.

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01/26/2026

Jaime was 15 years old when diagnosed with CRPS following a sports injury. She went from being an honor roll student and an athlete - to not being able to attend school and feeling like her life was over.

Jaime endured a pediatric pain program that left her with PTSD, ketamine infusions, years of PT, calmare scrambler therapy, and more. Nothing provided significant or lasting relief.

She started her Intensive with Holistic Centered Treatment with a pain level of 8-9/10. She made significant progress in office, and she was able to drop her pain to 3/10. Over the course of her 90-day home program she was able to get to a zero-pain level and get into remission.

She proved to so many that she could get back to a normal life. It is possible to gain remission and regain your life after a diagnosis of CRPS.

Contact us today to learn more and to schedule your free telephone or zoom consultation.

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01/23/2026

A new survey of Cleveland Clinic patients suggests that trauma is both highly prevalent and under-addressed in chronic pain care, leaving many patients without treatment that meaningfully addresses the intersection between traumatic experiences and chronic pain.

Researchers say the findings point to a significant gap in clinical practice and an opportunity for health systems to integrate trauma-responsive approaches into routine pain management.

The quality-improvement study, published in the September 2025 issue of Pain Medicine, analyzed responses from 702 adults with chronic primary pain who completed an anonymous electronic survey in 2022 and 2023.

Although all respondents had been treated recently for pain — through primary care, pain management, physical therapy or chiropractic care — the majority reported experiences that extended far beyond physical symptoms.

According to the study, 68.2% of patients said they had experienced at least one traumatic event, and almost one in five reported both trauma exposure and clinically significant trauma symptoms.

“Previous research has shown that pain and trauma tend to intensify each other, but what stood out in our data is just how common trauma is among patients seeking pain care,” explains lead author Hallie Tankha, PhD, a psychologist in the Center for Wellness Research and Training at Cleveland Clinic. “Despite this, pain clinics are not consistently screening for trauma or connecting patients with treatments that address both conditions.”

This is why Holistic Centered Treatment takes a whole body approach to treating CRPS and complex chronic pain.

This just emphasizes the importance treat addressing all aspects of chronic pain – physically, mentally and emotionally – all while individualizing the treatment to each person’s specific needs and goals.

Holistic Centered Treatment is transforming lives and introducing chronic pain patients to a new way of healing.

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01/19/2026

On every call we take we are asked, "Why is your program going to be different than the treatments that have failed?"

First, when we look at most traditional treatments, they are symptom based. That is like throwing mud at a wall and hoping it will stick.

Then there is Ketamine which blocks the NMDA receptors. It's a potent anesthetic that works on these receptors, blocking them from firing, which decreases the pain. Ketamine infusions can provide meaningful pain relief lasting from 1 to 3 months for 20% to 65% of patients. As you can see it's not long lasting and requires boost treatments to stay at a low pain level.

Calmare Scrambler therapy is another go to that people ask about. Scrambler therapy helps with pain by using a device that delivers electrical stimulation through the skin to change the way you perceive pain. The therapy works by sending synthetic "non-pain" information to the brain, which can retrain the brain's response to pain signals. For most CRPS patients that get relief it's not long lasting.

Holistic Centered Treatment go beyond just treating symptoms. To effectively treat CRPS you must address the autonomic dysfunction, centralized pain, stress, anxiety, insomnia, inflammation, PTSD or Trauma, and provide patients with the ability to have long term outcomes.

We believe in treating the whole person and individualizing a program to meet each person's specific needs and goals. This is how we are making a big difference and helping CRPS patients reach their goals and regain their lives.

We never charge for a consultation via telephone or zoom. Contact us today to learn more about our program and to schedule a free consultation.

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Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association (RSDSA)
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International Pain Foundation

01/18/2026

From Pain to Endless Possibilities

Liz was diagnosed with CRPS 7 years ago. Prior to going through an Intensive at Holistic Centered Treatment - Liz had done blocks, years of PT, medications, Ketamine, Scrambler, HBOT, and stem cell therapy. Nothing was helping.

She completed an Intensive 4 years ago. She has been able to stay in remission for 4 years and is living a full life.

When you go beyond just treating symptoms, and addressing all aspects of CRPS you can regain your life!

Holistic Centered Treatment provides an evidence based, non-invasive and drug free program that is individualized to each person we see.

It is possible to go from merely surviving to thriving!

Contact us today to learn more and to schedule a free telephone or Zoom consultation.

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01/15/2026

Healing is possible!
Holistic Centered Treatment offers a viable path forward.

If you're tired of:
~ Relentless pain that seems insurmountable.
~ My doctors aren't helping.
~ Feeling overwhelmed.
~ Feeling misunderstood.
~ Feeling anxious and depressed.
~ Tired of feeling tired...

If this describes you - then you're in the right place.

We know how CRPS symptoms are overwhelming and they won't just stop.

Healing is possible with Holistic Centered Treatment.

With our Intensives - CRPS patients see significant progress in just two weeks.
Patients report:
* Decrease in pain.
* Less swelling.
* Coloration changes normalizing.
* Increase in energy.
* Less brain fog.
* Sleeping better at night.

And at three months the majority of patients have reached their goals. Many patients are gaining long-term remission.

Healing is possible with Holistic Centered Treatment.

Backed by over 11 years of treating CRPS and complex chronic pain.

Contact us about our CRPS program today.

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01/14/2026

Neuroplasticity is the brain's remarkable ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life, enabling learning, adaptation, and recovery from injuries.

Neuroplasticity plays a dual role in chronic pain.

On one hand it can contribute to the development and persistence of chronic pain conditions by strengthening pain pathways and making them more sensitive to pain signals. This process can lead to an increased perception of pain, even in response to non-painful stimuli.

However, neuroplasticity also offers potential avenues for treatment and pain management.

By retraining the brain and creating new neuropathways we can drop pain levels and increase our overall well-being.

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Wall Street Journal article: The Hidden Risks of America’s Most Popular Prescription Painkiller. Gabapentin has become a...
01/13/2026

Wall Street Journal article: The Hidden Risks of America’s Most Popular Prescription Painkiller. Gabapentin has become a widely used alternative to opioids, but as the WSJ highlights, its safety and efficacy are far from what many clinicians assume.

Research now links gabapentin to increased risks of dementia, suicidal behavior, severe respiratory issues in patients with lung disease, edema, and well-known side effects like dizziness. Alarmingly, withdrawal symptoms suggest dependence even when taken as prescribed.

This resonates deeply with what I’ve learned and have seen in those living with chronic pain. Gabapentin is the go-to prescription for chronic pain (CRPS, AMPS, CSS, etc.) and other pain syndromes. Yet, we observed significant cognitive impairment in patients on gabapentin and for some suicidal thoughts.

The WSJ article underscores a critical point: prescribing for supportive care must be grounded in best practices and guidelines, not habit or assumption.

Gabapentin, originally approved for seizures and shingles-related nerve pain, has become the 7th most prescribed drug in the U.S., often used off-label for conditions like chronic pain, anxiety, and insomnia.

While some patients benefit, studies reveal gabapentin is less safe and effective than previously thought, with risks including dementia, suicidal behavior, breathing issues, and severe withdrawal symptoms.

Prescriptions surged as doctors sought alternatives to opioids and benzodiazepines, but gabapentin is now linked to over 5,000 overdose deaths annually, often when combined with opioids.

Many doctors and patients are unaware of the drug's potential for dependence and severe withdrawal effects, leading to prolonged suffering for some users.

Gabapentin's off-label promotion by its original manufacturer, Pfizer, led to a $430 million settlement in 2004 for illegal marketing practices.

Despite its widespread use, evidence supporting gabapentin's effectiveness for off-label conditions is limited, with only 1 in 7 patients experiencing significant pain relief for shingles-related nerve pain.

Adverse event reports involving gabapentin have risen, with over 5,300 cases in 2025, including life-threatening complications and hospitalizations.

Experts caution against viewing gabapentin as a universally safe option, emphasizing the need for careful prescribing and awareness of its risks.

01/12/2026

Some encouragement for the day...

You’re stronger than you think.

Look at all the things you’ve been through.
And you still made it!

You’ve won battles that no one else will ever know about.

You need to stop being so hard on yourself.
You need to take a step back and acknowledge how much you’ve done. How much you’ve overcome.

You are stronger than you give yourself credit for.

Take a second and be proud of yourself! And be proud of the courage you have had to keep going.

You can do this.

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01/10/2026

CRPS: A Way Forward

Dr. Traci Patterson was diagnosed with CRPS type 2, 19 years ago. Traversing traditional treatment and trying to find answers - she felt like the medical community was letting her down. Told there was no cure and essentially - there was no way forward.

After 7 years of suffering, she was able to gain remission. She's now been pain free for over 12 years, and she has been helping other CRPS patients gain functional levels and gain remission for 11 years now.

Holistic Centered Treatment is providing a life-saving path for those diagnosed with CRPS and complex chronic pain.

Contact us today to learn more and to schedule your free telephone or zoom consultation.

844-994-0999
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01/08/2026

From AMPS to Athlete

Jess was diagnosed with Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome (AMPS), gastroparesis, migraines, and dysautonomia.

Over a course of 4 years, she had tried medications, blocks, a spinal cord stimulator, pediatric pain program, ketamine infusions, and scrambler therapy.

Nothing was helping!

She started her outpatient intensive with Holistic Centered Treatment at 9/10 on the pain scale.

She wrapped up at 2/10. After her 90-day home program she was at a solid zero. No pain.

This is what Jess had to say about her progress:
“This year has been unbelievable! I made honor roll, ran cross country track, and have been able to be a normal teenager. Without you this wouldn’t be possible. Thank You!!!”

She's living her best life now.

Holistic Centered Treatment is the premier program for children and teens living with complex chronic pain!

Contact us to learn more and to schedule a free telephone or zoom consultation.

844-994-0999
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