A Complex Regional Pain Syndrome warrior describes her health transformation after years of living with unrelenting chronic nerve pain.
December 17, 2025
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is one of the most challenging chronic pain conditions patients face. It often affects more than just pain levels — disrupting mobility, sleep, emotional well-being, and daily function.
People living with CRPS frequently live with these visible and invisible disease symptoms:
• Persistent, severe nerve pain that does not respond to medication
• Heightened sensitivity to touch or temperature
• Swelling, stiffness, or changes in skin color and texture
• Limited movement and difficulty tolerating physical therapy
• Feeling unheard or dismissed after repeated treatment attempts
As awareness grows around non-invasive options for chronic nerve pain, more patients are exploring Scrambler Therapy — also known as Calmare Therapy — as a drug-free approach designed to address pain signaling at the nervous system level.
At Scrambler Therapy NJ USA, where we have used this pain mitigation device since 2011, our patient experiences are often shared publicly through verified Google Reviews.
A CRPS Patient’s Google Review Experience
In December 2025, Desiree McMahon, offered her insight into her personal Scrambler Therapy journey with Dr. Cooney:
“I cannot say enough wonderful things about my Scrambler doctor, Dr. Jason Cooney. After struggling with CRPS for so long, I finally found a doctor who not only provided effective treatment, but truly listened.
From the very first visit, Dr. Jason Cooney was supportive, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable. His bedside manner is exceptional — calm, reassuring, and compassionate.
What stood out the most was how accessible and accommodating he was throughout the entire process. He took the time to explain every step of my treatment, answered all of my questions, and made sure I always felt comfortable and confident in the plan.
The results have been amazing, and I am beyond grateful for the relief I’ve experienced.
If you’re looking for a doctor who genuinely cares and goes above and beyond for their patients, I highly recommend Dr. Jason Cooney. Truly an outstanding provider!”
Desiree’s review reflects two themes commonly expressed by people seeking Scrambler Therapy: meaningful nerve pain reduction and care that is intersactive, calming and personalized.
How Scrambler Therapy Works for CRPS
Scrambler Therapy is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive treatment developed for chronic neuropathic pain. Rather than masking symptoms with medication, the therapy is designed to interrupt abnormal pain signaling by sending synthetic “non-pain” information through the nervous system.
Treatment is delivered externally using surface electrodes placed near — not directly on — the area of pain. For CRPS warriors, electrode placement and treatment settings are carefully adjusted based on individual pain patterns and sensitivity.
Sessions do not involve injections, surgery, drugs or anesthesia. The goal is to help the brain reinterpret pain messages from ‘pain’ to ‘no pain,’ which is particularly relevant for CRPS, where nerve signaling is dysregulated.
Beyond Pain: Addressing the Physical Symptoms of CRPS
CRPS often presents with physical symptoms beyond pain alone. Many patients experience:
• Hypersensitivity to touch
• Temperature intolerance
• Swelling in the affected limb or area
• Muscle stiffness or tightness
• Changes in skin color or texture
• Reduced range of motion
Because Scrambler Therapy targets abnormal nerve signaling, some patients report improvement not only in pain intensity, but also in these associated physical symptoms as treatment progresses. Reduced nerve pain can make everyday movement more tolerable and help patients better engage in physical therapy or gentle activity.
While outcomes vary, decreasing constant pain signaling may allow the body to regain more normal movement patterns and improve functional comfort over time — an important consideration for patients living with CRPS-related limitations.
A Personalized, Patient-Centered Approach to Care
Dr. Jason Cooney, DC, is a certified Scrambler Therapy provider known for an unhurried, responsive approach to complex nerve pain conditions. At Scrambler Therapy NJ USA, treatment plans are adapted session by session based on patient feedback and clinical response.
“The results have been amazing, and I am beyond grateful for the relief I’ve experienced,” Desiree shared in her Google Review.
That emphasis on communication, accessibility, and individualized care is reflected across the practice’s online reputation.
Read: 34 additional verified patient reviews can view the clinic’s Google Reviews
Exploring Drug-Free Options for Chronic Nerve Pain
Scrambler Therapy may be considered for patients experiencing:
• Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
• Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN)
• AMPS
• Post-surgical nerve pain
• Trigeminal Neuralgia
• Other treatment-resistant neuropathic conditions
For individuals searching for Scrambler Therapy or Calmare Therapy, learning from verified patient experiences can be an important step in evaluating next options.
Click here to schedule a prompt no-fee consultation with Dr. Cooney or call our friendly clinical team at 201-933-4440.
