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Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: 3 days ago | Replies (25)Comment receiving replies
stop coping and start living!……Kathleen, thx for asking…..
I am a 79yo female abt to be 80, loving life and very fortunate…..I live in SW, great weather to encourage outdoor activities. Live in an 8000 acre gated community with more ways to “live life to the fullest”, and lots of “playmates”. Sun, hike, bike golf, pool, fitness Ctr , great friends, and wonderful support group are my everyday blessings, and terrific hubby of 56 yrs.
How did I get here….
When at my lowest, my support group gave me hope and promise, and the view was and is always sunny. My physical savior is my trainer whose specialty is Movement Specialist. She uses her fingers and hands (not massage) to wake up the sleepy spots, TVT is the latest technique. In addition, weights, TRX, ball, everything that is my weight based. No machines. Lastly, after 3 months to diagnosis I met an orthopedic consultant (who has PMR) who sent me to Aqua PT….sure makes you feel like living. I was able to take those exercises to the club pool where I live.
BTW: my support group includes all of this fabulous group, too.
Yes, I might be numerically old, but my life far surpasses that of many people. I’m not looking for CCRC. I’m looking for the next new restaurant, bike trip, travel, game, whatever. Yes, living life to the fullest and proud of it. I am blessed and very fortunate.
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@tweetypie13
You are lucky to live in the land of continual sunshine and warmth… I live in the dreary Midwest where the winters are depressing and the cold goes through your bones. I envy your drive and energy but I’m sure your environment has a lot to do with your positive attitude.
As far as coping, I enjoy good eats, usually something simple that I’ve prepared, being with friends, and laughter, usually from old rerun comedies. A walk in the park and sitting on the porch in the sun on a rare occasion lifts my spirits.
PMR and the treatments that go with it definitely promote anxiety and depression. Doing the things that you enjoy will take your mind off of it, even if only momentarily. Looking forward to seeing the tulips and daffodils and getting out in the yard this spring.
Having my cataracts done on the 25th and 9th of April.
Going to be without kevzara for about 6 or 7 weeks. Fingers crossed I don’t have to resort to prednisone in the meantime.
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PS: let me have my 2-3 hours of sun with exercise daily! Says it all