If I understand correctly, Prednisone does nothing to cure PMR or make it go away. I'm 78, just starting to deal with Predisone on a continuing basis, and want to take the least amount possible due to its problematic side effects. My doctor has been very supportive of minimizing the Prednisone so I'm starting with 10 mg and tapering week by week, but taking it back up if I need to due to pain. I have also committed to following an anti-inflammatory diet and exercising. (When I was in such pain I would have committed to living the rest of my life on bread and water and running a daily marathon) I hope I can keep this commitment now that I'm feeling better. Do others find a good diet and exercise help as you taper? And what about taking daily doses of Ex-Strength Tylenol to help manage the pain (and keep Prednisone levels as low as possible).