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Gretchen L Bachman1, Brooke Tubbs2, Emily Kerr3
1Northern Arizona University, Phoenix, USA.
Abstract:
Limited literature exists investigating the relationship between sensory processing and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). This study aimed to identify and understand sensory processing patterns for people with CRPS. This study employs a cross-sectional survey design. Participants were a sample of convenience and completed two electronic surveys: a demographic survey and the Adolescent/Adult Sensory Profile (AASP). More than 90% of participants (n=62) were female and White or White in combination. Participants 18 to 64 perceived sensory experiences in subtypes of low registration, sensory sensitivity, and sensation avoiding, while they demonstrated lower perceived levels of sensation seeking. Participants above 65 reported experiencing sensory sensitivity and sensation avoiding "much more than most people." There were patterns between sensory sensitivity to low registration and sensation avoiding, regardless of age. Above 65, low registration and sensation avoiding were significantly related. Patterns exist within sensory processing subtypes in people with CRPS.
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