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Just taking prednisone. Adding another medication to prednisone has always worried me. Another drug with new side effects was something I decided against last year. I don't see anyone talking about getting off their biologic once they start on it, yet the long term effects are unknown. And I have latent tuberculosis - was exposed to it as a teen but never developed the illness - and biologics can make latent TB become active apparently.

I'm feeling pretty good. One problem that started after last year's flare was a stabbing nerve pain down my right leg, but that's improved a lot lately which is a big relief. Like you, I look forward to enjoying more health improvements when I get to 0 pred. Good to hear you're doing well yourself. Fingers crossed for both of us.

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Have you considered that the stabbing nerve pain may be sciatica--especially if you sit a lot. When this happens to me, I do this psoas stretching version since I have standing balance issues:
To perform the table psoas stretch, follow these steps:
Positioning: Lie on your back on a stable table or bench.
Leg Placement: Allow one leg to hang over the edge of the table, letting it stretch downwards.
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Hold the Stretch: Keep the position for 20 to 30 seconds, breathing deeply.
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Repeat: Switch legs and repeat the stretch 2 to 3 times a day for best results.
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This stretch helps to lengthen and relieve tightness in the psoas muscle.