Why are mornings so much worse?
Morning stiffness is the main symptom of PMR. It's worst on waking or after rest, often lasts an hour or more, and eases as they move about.
The full answer, with the sources, is in the guide.
Sources
- NHS: Polymyalgia rheumatica, symptoms
- NHS: Polymyalgia rheumatica, overview
- US National Institutes of Health (NIAMS): Polymyalgia rheumatica and giant cell arteritis
- American College of Rheumatology: Polymyalgia rheumatica (patient fact sheet)
Reviewed 2026-11-09 · next review 2027-11-09