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Management of PMR-
Pharmacological- NSAIDS ,analgesics offer minimal help Responds rapidly to Low dose Steroids.(prednisone <20 mg .PO, AM dose) (taper gradually) |
PT management -
focus on- pain relief mobilty function restoration Exercise regime Speciality referal- Rheumatologist OT Pain specialist Opthalmologist |
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Other Routine PT approaches-
ROM Flexibilty stretching Task modifications Adaptive equipment- Reachers group sessions |
Routine Modalities for pain relief
may be used. Cold /warm compresses. TENS IFC Manual therapies- (if chronic) Myofascial release/MT |
