Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) Explained!

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (or PMR) is a complex autoinflammatory condition that falls under the specialism of Rheumatology. The pathophysiology remains mysterious and it does not clearly fit under the umbrella of inflammatory arthritis or connective tissue disorder. Here Jack March (the Rheumatology Physio) discusses;
What is Polymyalgia Rheumatica?
Which MSK symptoms to look out for
Other Symptoms to be aware of
Red Flag Questions to ask
What to do when suspecting Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Whether you're a Physiotherapist, Osteopath, Chiropractor, Sports Therapist or Massage Therapist, Physio Matters has the educational content to boost your clinical expertise!

[@annsmith9196]

Just been diagnosed with PMR. I have now been put on low dose prednisone, it is like a miracle! Hopefully we can cut it back and be pain free.

[@cbryce9243]

So glad you are doing better. I had it the start of Covid and it was scary! The low dose was not working for me at all. I had to go to the emergency room for two herniated disks and was put on high dose steroid and the PMR went away. I still feel it a little on occasion, but it's not severe like it was.

[@annsmith9196]

@@cbryce9243 Glad you are feeling better.

[@liddletoes]

The Carnivore Diet cured my PMR!

[@robmartin2130]

@@liddletoesHi, how long did it take for the symptoms to subside.
I’m suffering with PMR
at the moment.
Thank you,
Rob.

[@Lousy-Looter]

So how are you doing now with your pmr?