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How to address PMR pain while decreasing prednisone
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Nov 6, 2023 | Replies (747)Comment receiving replies
This is in reply to the original poster who asked about controlling PMR pain during tapering from prednisone. I have just gone from 6 mg up to 9 because of pain in my neck and shoulder blade area radiating into my shoulders. The higher dose isn't quite taking care of it and I may need to go higher but in the meantime I have tried using a massage ball which brings some pain relief. I'm not sure if it is OK to mention brand names here but you can find them online: an orange inflatable ball with round knobs on the surface, about 7 inches in diameter. I stand against a wall with the ball between me and the wall, lean against it and move my body around to hit different spots. This would probably not be a good idea, though, if you have impaired balance or coordination.
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Thought I'd interject a question: has anyone had success in treating PMR symptoms with a vibration plate? Studies are all over the place some good some inconclusive...My rheumy said to be careful insomuch as it could inflame osteoarthritis...going forward I've adopted a Keto diet with intermittent fasting (down about 20 lbs so far), closing the rings on my Apple Watch at least 4 times a week and eliminated melatonin - both my rheumy and GP docs were surprised at the impact melatonin had on my symptoms (BTW my bottles of melatonin did not have the autoimmune impact statement)...just had blood work done and the both PMR indicators are all in the green but minor symptoms persist...good news I'm down to 6mg prednisone/day looking to taper to 5 mg/day in a couple of weeks. Less I digress.