Shar
Hi Michelle, I am very sorry to hear that your Mother is in a great deal of pain. A low dose of Prednisone is the recommended treatment for Polymyalgia. I believe your Mother should be seeing a rheumatologist. They specialize in this kind of disease, and since your Mother hasn't been doing well under the care of her family doctor, I certainly would recommend that she see a rheumatologist soon. She is very fortunate to have a caring daughter. I hope your Mother feels much better and soon. Best wishes! Shar