Personalized exercise program for polymyalgia rheumatica
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This study tests a personalized rehabilitation program designed to reduce disease activity and increase physical activity for people with polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR). It aims to see if tailored exercise can help manage symptoms and improve daily function.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with or had a flare of polymyalgia rheumatica within the last 5 months.
- You are 50 years or older at the time of diagnosis.
- You have pain in both shoulders.
- You have had elevated inflammation blood tests (CRP above 10 or ESR above 30) at diagnosis.
- You have started medication treatment for PMR.
- You are able to get a doctor's clearance to participate in physical activity.
- You do not have fibromyalgia, certain nerve or muscle diseases, or an active uncontrolled infection.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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