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Everyone is different of course in how PMR affects them and the course of treatment they choose. I woke up one morning with pain, stiffness and muscle weakness in lower extremities and neck. When I was diagnosed, I decided to opt for aquatic exercise and anti-inflammatory diet. No steroids. I did this for about a year. Lost considerable weight and gradually saw my muscles regain strength. Then, woke up one morning and suddenly as before the pain was gone except for the neck which took awhile longer. That was about two years ago. My Sed and ESR gradually went down as well. It was a gamble but one I was willing to take. I am in my 70's.
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I do warm yoga which really helps and I have been going to a therapy pool and love it. My range of motion is normal in the pool and the warmth is wonderful. They offer pool noodle classes which are lots of fun. I am now on 12.5 mg of Prednisone, having started on Nov 26 at 15 mg. I was lucky that my doctor was able to contact a rheumatologist on the day of the diagnosis who recommended the treatment. This was in Calgary, Alberta. Sometimes Canada has a great health system.
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Thanks for this response about your experience. It is encouraging. I have recently adopted a lower carb less, inflammatory diet and i am hoping it will help and bring remission sooner than otherwise.