Polymyalgia Rheumatica: Therapy

General measures

Nicotine restriction (refraining from tobacco use).
Limited alcohol consumption (men: max. 25 g alcohol per day; women: max. 12 g alcohol per day).

Nutritional counseling based on nutritional analysis
Observance of the following nutritional medical recommendations:
- Avoid foods high in arachidonic acid (animal foods such as pork and pork products, tuna)!
- Diet rich in:
  - Fruits and vegetables (i.e. 5 servings of vegetables and fruits (400-800 g) per day).
  - Omega-3 fatty acids (sea fish; i.e. fish once or twice a week).
Selection of appropriate food based on the nutritional analysis
See also under “Therapy with micronutrients (vital substances)” – if necessary, taking a suitable dietary supplement.
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Endurance training (cardio training) and strength training (muscle training).
Functional training, rehabilitation sports and especially slow sports reduce pain and improve mobility in people with inflammatory rheumatic diseases
In general, sports with slow movements – such as Nordic walking – are more suitable, and the training sessions should be frequent and short for this.
If many joints are inflamed, offers exercise therapy in warm water.
Preparation of a fitness or training plan with suitable sports disciplines based on a medical check (health check or athlete check).
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