RSD Confirmed

Today I visited a certified hand therapist in Anacortes. As soon as he saw my arm he said "oh, yes, you have RSD." Fortunately it's not the worst case he has seen and feels it will resolve in a year's time. This is someone the surgeon had originally recommended but I had balked at because he is off island. Well, today I realized I had made a mistake and have sacrificed convenience for expertise. I came home with specific exercises, hand putty and a stretch fabric for exercising my wrist. He understands the hassle of the ferry and suggests coming once a week but I think I will gain as much from once a week with this guy as I would get with my current therapy twice a week on island. He only treats hands so has a very good understanding of my current lack of mobility. He will also speak with the doctor to discuss the upcoming surgery and try to give his opinion of what may be the problem. I go back again Monday so am resigned to spending "quality" time on the water transportation system.