I have a friend that has it and seems she is on all kinds of limits. Does it depend on how severe it is? I have it in my back, upper and lower and my elbows, hands, knees, and ankles. it hurts when I lift even 5 lbs of anything. Do you think more lifting will help me or hurt me? I am going to ask my doctor but am just looking for some opinions on here for now. Thanks.