PMR - possible diagnosis

I have developed what my PCP theorizes is PMR. First available appointment with a Rheumatologist is in February. Meanwhile, it has been a huge and painful life altering experience. My shoulders have been immobile some mornings and my hips don't want to function either. A couple of hours into the morning I feel better and can move. I was given Prednisone (game changer) dosed at 30mg every other day. I've researched the negative aspects - but it really does help. I'm trying acupuncture, PT, and I've cleaned my diet up drastically. No sugar, refined foods, red meat, processed food, etc. Nothing that can be considered inflammatory passes my lips! I just turned 70, am fit, did Yoga everyday for 4 years prior to this malady striking me. I take Turmeric with black pepper 3 times a day. Light exercise seems to help a bit. Thanks for listening, this has been a very scary 2 months. Any other anecdotal suggestions for symptom control? Thankful I found this support group, My body can't do much, but my brain can!