I was diagnosed with PMR about 16 months ago. I tapered down to 0 prednisone and it returned. I was changing doctors so the pain got really bad. During that time I said I had half days. For the first part of the day I couldn't do much. I would have to wait until med afternoon to wash my hair because I couldn't get my hands above my head. I really wanted to be done with prednisone but it was not to be, at least for now. Now I am back on 5mg and doing just fine. I find consistency of movement works best for me. Stretching and exercise each day work. I don't vary much. I will increase exercise very gradually. Sitting too much is my worst enemy.