Each person is different with regards to pain. I moved to Fla. in 95. Most of it was to get in a warmer climate (boy did I get what I asked for). All in all this weather does alot for my immune system and pain in general. I would not go back for all the tea in China. Grew up near chicago, raised my family in Missouri. Took care of my mother down this way. A move is a big deal, and you have to figure out if the heat will help you. ginnie