Donna
I was also diagnosed with Polymyalgia Rheumatica 6 mo. ago. I have been on Predisone for this period. High doses at 1st...which took away the inflamation immediately. I have been decreasing the dosage down to 4mg. a day & will probably be off altogether in next month or so. It does take calcium from bones, so be sure to take calcium pills & vit. D. I take alot of vitamins & also alfalfa supplements. I move freely and am not stiff like when it started. Exercise is good..do deep breathing to get more oxygen to the muscles. You will feel better. Good luck to your friend.