Research Roundup

Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Polymyalgia rheumatica Polymyalgia rheumatica is a common inflammatory disorder that affects older patients. The condition is characterized by acute-onset bilateral shoulder pain with morning stiffness. Usual treatment is long-term prednisone started at 12.5–25 mg orally daily. Improvement is typically seen within 24–72 hours, but fewer than