Russell Buchanan

Jan 24, 2024 | the-rheumatologist.org | Jessica C. Leung |Claire Owen |David Liew |Russell Buchanan

Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is typified by pain and stiffness of the shoulder and hip girdles. Previous qualitative studies have highlighted the importance to patients of additional symptoms, including fatigue and sleep disturbance. These features of PMR are less recognized by clinicians and have not yet been quantified in the literature. Further, the adequacy of the current treatment paradigm in addressing these symptoms is unknown.