PIP-

Hi,

With regards to the PIP criteria moving around.

I only have problems in the morning when getting up and down the stairs. Lasts for around two hours due to Fibromalgia. My muscles have basically seized up and are stiff and sore. With my hip starting to become a slight issue as well.

Somebody has told me the decision maker will disregard this! Surely the fact I take the staris side on step by step going down would meet the criteria? At a complete loss how to apply the regulations to this aspect of my health.

Thanks

Hello Charlie123

If you read through the Guide to claiming PIP, page 18

'Scoring points when your condition varies'

it explains fully the points you might expect to make using this descriptor.

If you keep a diary, and each day make a note of the time you spend trying to get your body working properly (!) then hopefully this will satisfy the assessor/decision maker.

Does the muscle seizure affect your ability to get in and out of bed,, dressing/undressing etc, because you should also mention this in your claim.

I'm sure other member will be able to advise exactly what information you should give in order to get the best result for your claim. Good luck

So would the take into account moving about within my house? I am a cripple in the morning yet by the afternoon could have my dog out. Come back and I am sore. Fibromalgia is a weird thing something I am coming to terms with.

My biggest worry is me saying how I am in the morning then being investigated because later in the day I can walk the dog. If that makes sense? Hate this condition!