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PMR in cold or inclement weather
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Sep 19, 2023 | Replies (28)Comment receiving replies
I am on West Coast of Canada - wet and cold most all winter with very little sun. I bought an infra red sauna as there are claims it helps with pain and performs all kinds of good things. I thought initially it was just sales mumbo jumbo so I found a used one. The base is 39 inches by 41 inches standing 72 inches tall big enough for 2 peeps. I am truly amazed how 20 minutes morning and evening has noticeably reduced my pain level and makes me feel some how brighter! It might not work for everyone but it sure works for me.
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So glad I found your post! I had started using a near-infrared light system years ago before being diagnosed when I just couldn't figure out what was happening to me. I was so stressed out that I couldn't see it made a difference so stopped. After 7 years on the PMR roller coaster I developed GCA and started from scratch on high dose pred. As I started my weaning I decided to revisit the red light therapy before any pain has started to kick in to see if it would help. I try to use it twice a day.
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Thank you!
I too am going on 7 years of the PMR journey.
The weather changes really affect me, and even on Medrol, and injectable methotrexate, I still have flare ups.
It’s been a long journey of ups and downs for me.
Right now I’m feeling tired of it, and wish there were better options to help all of us.
Kathy