CRPS Treatment When Nothing Else Has Worked
Tara Rae Moss: ‘So many doctors in different continents told me that I would never recover’
Welcome home for Swanage teen after life changing US treatment
"Em gave it everything, even if she was having a bad day. The clinic was just amazing and it was so good to be surrounded by other people who were going through the same thing.”
Patient Experiences
"From the minute we walked through the door and made welcome by the team at the front desk we knew we were in the right place to help my wife’s conditions of pots and fnd , the entire place is so welcoming and helpful and I cannot believe they have helped my wife and changed our life especially when we didn’t find it possible."
- Andrew Gardiner - POTS, FND
- Veronica Fritsch - CRPS
- Kate Rowan -
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Fayetteville, AR 72703
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An immersive, neurologically focused treatment program designed for individuals ready to move beyond symptom management and commit to restoring long-term nervous system stability and function.
A Structured Program for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Individuals who completed our structured recovery program share measurable improvements in pain levels, function, and daily independence.
Patient Success Stories
Patient Success Stories
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A Structured and Immersive CRPS Treatment Model
A comprehensive clinical program designed to address autonomic nervous system dysregulation and support long-term neurological stability.
Reduce Sympathetic OveractivationVagus Nerve Therapy and Neuromuscular Re-Education are used to retrain autonomic balance and improve brain to body signaling.
Decrease Inflammatory SignalingMagnetic Resonance Therapy and Laser Therapy are used to support cellular repair and reduce inflammatory burden.
Improve Vascular Regulation
and Oxygen Delivery Oxygen Therapy and Lymphatic Therapy support circulation, fluid movement, and tissue oxygenation.
Restore Stable Brain Body Communication A coordinated integration of Vagus Nerve Therapy, Neuromuscular Re-Education, and targeted rehabilitation protocols supports consistent central and peripheral communication.
Support Healthy Nerve FunctionMicrocurrent Therapy and Neuromuscular Re-Education are applied to reinforce neural communication and functional recovery.
Support Systemic Recovery and Resilience Bloodwork analysis and Lab-Guided Nutrition and Supplementation are incorporated to address metabolic and inflammatory contributors to dysregulation.
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Reduce Sympathetic Overactivation
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Support Healthy Nerve Function
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Decrease Inflammatory Signaling
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Improve Vascular Regulation and Oxygen Delivery
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Targeted Laser Therapy
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Support Systemic Recovery and Resilience
CRPS Treatment for Patients Who Have Exhausted Conventional Care
- You were recently diagnosed with CRPS
- You have failed multiple treatment attempts
- You are active in CRPS forums or research communities
- You are searching nationally for advanced CRPS care
- You are willing to travel for an intensive, in-person program
Is This Program Right for You?
The Real Cause of CRPS
- Blood flow becomes abnormal
- Inflammation increases
- Nerves become hypersensitive
- Pain signals amplify
Moving Beyond Symptom Suppression
When the autonomic nervous system becomes imbalanced:
Dr. Katinka
You May Be a Fit If
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30 minute Zoom screening. We will review your history and determine whether you are a clinical fit. No obligation.
84% of patients successfully complete our program!
CRPS Type I
formerly known as Sudeck’s atrophy or reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD) does not exhibit demonstrable nerve lesions. The vast majority of people suffering from CRPS have this type.
CRPS Type II
formerly known as causalgia, has obvious nerve damage present. As a rule, type II is considered the more painful of the two types with an unenviable 47/50 score on the McGill pain scale.
“When Stella Artuso injured herself playing sport at age 12, she thought the worst of it would be a sprained ankle—but instead the injury would trigger a condition that left the Brisbane teen feeling like her ‘veins are on fire’ almost five years later.”
Stella Artuso
"Moana Ruhfass was diagnosed with chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS) in 2013 when she was just 11 years old, following a ‘seemingly innocent ankle injury,’ her father, Manfred, wrote on GoFundMe.”
Moana Ruhfass
"After experiencing a minor injury Ceciley Maxa experiences extreme pain and CRPS. InForum reports treatment has given her hope to be pain-free.”
Ceciley Maxa
Your home away from home.
We recognize you don’t want to be in yet another doctor’s office or waiting room. That is why the Spero Clinic doesn’t look or feel like one.
At the Spero Clinic in Fayetteville, AR, we aim to restore balance to the Central Nervous System, which assists the body in healing from within. Dr. Katinka chose this area in northwest Arkansas due to the natural beauty of the surroundings as well as Fayetteville’s accessibility and positive growth as a city.
About Spero Clinic
The World’s Only Clinic of Its Kind.
When you walk through the doors of The Spero Clinic you find yourself at home. We operate like a big family. You will be listened to, cared for, and understood by our supportive community.
Frequently asked questions
The average total investment for the 14-week immersive treatment program ranges between $42,000 and $60,000. A $2,500 deposit secures your start date.
Because our multidisciplinary care model operates outside traditional insurance billing structures, treatment is privately funded.
Patients pursue a variety of approaches to fund treatment, including personal savings, support from family, medical financing programs, and in some cases community fundraising. We’re happy to discuss common planning pathways during your consultation.
Our program is not covered by insurance and most patients self-fund,fund-raise or utlize family support, some patients may qualify for partial reimbursement depending on their individual policy. After your consultation, we’re happy to provide billing codes so you can check with your insurance provider to see whether any portion of your treatment may be reimbursed.
The program spans approximately 14 weeks and takes place onsite at our Fayetteville, Arkansas facility.
Treatment occurs Monday through Thursday, typically between 8:30 AM and 6:00 PM, with multiple sessions per day depending on individual progress.
Yes. Treatment is delivered onsite in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Most patients temporarily relocate for the duration of the program to fully participate in the structured schedule.
Our team can provide general guidance on lodging options in the area during your consultation.
We treat complex chronic pain and related conditions including CRPS, Fibromyalgia, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), POTS and dysautonomia, Long COVID, Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), and other persistent pain disorders.
Our multidisciplinary approach is designed to address underlying drivers of chronic pain and functional disruption — not just temporary symptom relief.
While we cannot guarantee any kind of specific success rate, we see many success stories and we try to share that on social media as often as possible. The definition of success is different for every person. Some people experience complete CRPS remission and some people find that it is now possible to lead a fairly normal life with manageable pain levels.