Following an injury to the shoulder joint, a New York Yankees catcher developed a "catcher's mitt hand" or shoulder and hand syndrome. There was swelling of the right upper extremity, skin atrophy, and vasomotor instability. He also complained of a burning sensation in the involved extremity. What would be the next step in management?
Immobilization of right arm in cast To avoid physical therapy for 3 months Forceful shoulder joint manipulation Prednisone for 2 weeks in resistant cases