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I am afraid the pain will never end.
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Sep 12 1:49pm | Replies (71)Comment receiving replies
I am 77 yrs old and just finishing my first prednisone cycle. I started with 30 in March and am now down to 5mg and doing fine. I feel a bit more pain and stiffness in back and shoulders but Tylenol takes care of it. I see my rheumatologist next week and am not sure where she will recommend we go next. I assume continue to taper and see how I do. My question--are there specific exercises for PMR or are there exercises to avoid? Is it a good idea to get some PT and would that help to prevent flare ups?
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Well done. As for exercise and PT….ask your dr. to recommend. Go for it. There are no rules for this journey.
I have worked out daily golfed hiked biked etc for 25 yrs.
As I said above, As long as I have had PMR, I force myself to get exercise everyday. Minimum a 2 mi walk. I have a Corrective Movement Specialist, i,e, trainer/pt who keeps me moving.
One of my drs sent me for Pool PT that was PT in a tank against jets which led me to pool walking which is easy on the body. I have taken advantage of Accupuncture, shock wave therapy, TVT (targeted vibration therapy). I have been throwing everything at the PMR except the kitchen sink.