My rheumatologist said PMR does not affect the hands—I never went back to her! —My PMR started in my right hand, with swelling & pain. I lost complete use of my hand—couldn’t hold a knife to chop anything, couldn’t write, hard to get dressed, pain woke me during the night—had no strength in it. My primary doc ordered PT after my PMR diagnosis, found therapist specializing in hands & she was a wonder!! After many months regained strength & use.
Have had PMR since 2019–it had progressed from my hand, to being unable to get out of bed, unable to turn my head—miserable stuff! —Am mobile & functioning—do strength & stretch classes—on anti-inflammatory based eating plan. Currently tapering down Pred—now @ 7.5mg—desperately want off !!—like everyone!!
All the best to you & all who share this journey!!