Assistive Technology for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), how the AT process works, and how to get it into your plan
Assistive technology (AT) — from simple aids to powered equipment — helps many people with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) do things more safely and independently. This guide explains the AT that can help, how the NDIS funds it, and how to get it into your plan.
Understanding Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and assistive technology
Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain condition that usually develops in an arm or leg, often after an injury, surgery or fracture. The pain is out of proportion to the original injury and is typically…
AT that can help with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) commonly includes are:
How the NDIS funds assistive technology
AT is funded from your Capital budget, and the process depends on cost and complexity:
Getting AT into your plan
To fund AT for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), plan ahead: