It is my opinion that when your 02 is low, it can cause pain. I have noticed that I will get aches in my shoulders or get a headache .

Hope it worked? I've also found that taking a magnesium supplement prevents the awful leg cramps.

I was a nurse, for 40 yrs,and I am in the same boat you are.My O2sats drop into the 70s-80s with exertion.I am Stage 4 COPD,Chronic asthmatic bronchitis,and emphezema.Usind O2 at night and with exertion.O2 does not cause body aches.Could be the Prednisone.Also if you take any kind of cholesterol lowering medication, that is your most likely culprit.I quit taking my lipitor,and switched to pravachol,for just that reason.Let your Dr know,and he will give you an alternate.With Prednisone comes weight gain.Could be causing achiness with added weight.Hope I helped

I've found that when I get achy in my shoulders or elbows, I put myself on oxygen for a while. I does seem to help.

I'm on O2 24/7. Only time I had leg cramps was when I didn't drink enough water. Also, I take magnesium which helps. I'm on a nebulizer, spiriva and advair. I use Ventalin when needed. Good luck with the body aches!