Menopause is Causing Your Joint Pain | Here's What to Do

Learn more about the Rediscover You Program here: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/16-week-rediscover-you-menopause-program/16-week-rediscover-you-program/If you're a woman over 35, this may be one of the most important conversations you'll ever hear.Orthopedic surgeon and longevity expert Dr. Vonda Wright joins Dr. Shauna Watts to explain why menopause affects far more than hot flushes. From muscle loss and osteoporosis to joint pain, heart health and cognitive decline, declining estrogen impacts nearly every system in the body.Dr. Wright shares the science behind why women become frail as they age, why strength training is one of the most powerful forms of medicine, and how hormone therapy may help protect long-term health when used appropriately.Whether you're approaching perimenopause, already post-menopausal, or simply want to age stronger, this episode is packed with practical, evidence-based advice that could change the way you think about your future.In this episode we discuss:➡️ The connection between menopause and joint pain➡️Frozen shoulder and musculoskeletal syndrome explained➡️How menopause accelerates bone and muscle loss➡️Osteoporosis, osteopenia and why fractures become so dangerous➡️The role of hormone replacement therapy (HRT)➡️Estrogen, progesterone and testosterone explained➡️Why protein becomes essential during menopause➡️Anti-inflammatory nutrition for healthy aging➡️Supplements for bone health, including vitamin D and calcium➡️How to reduce your risk of frailty and maintain independence as you ageOne of Dr. Wright's most powerful messages is that frailty isn't an inevitable part of aging. With the right knowledge and daily habits, women can build stronger bones, preserve muscle, protect their health and dramatically improve their quality of life.If this episode helped you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a woman who needs to hear this conversation.Follow Dr. Vonda Wrighthttps://www.drvondawright.com/https://www.instagram.com/drvondawright/?hl=enhttps://fl.hughston.com/providers/wright/https://www.youtube.com/@vondawright-------------Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.-----------------Chapters00:00 Why Women Become Frail02:13 Meet Dr. Vonda Wright05:23 Why Menopause Causes Joint Pain09:32 Making Your Estrogen Decision13:21 Estrogen, Progesterone & Testosterone Explained16:34 Building Muscle During Menopause19:22 The Best Exercise Plan After 4026:11 Weighted Vests & Bone Health27:02 When Should You Get a DEXA Scan?31:13 Can Osteoporosis Be Reversed?33:22 Calcium, Vitamin D & Supplements35:22 Changing the Way Doctors Treat Menopause39:10 The Most Important Message for Women42:09 Advice to Her Younger Self-----------------KeywordsmenopauseperimenopauseDr Vonda Wrightmenopause symptomshormone replacement therapyHRTestrogenbone healthosteoporosismuscle lossstrength training for womenmenopause fitnesslongevitywomen's healthhealthy agingfrozen shoulder menopausemenopause joint painosteopeniabone densityDEXA scansarcopeniamenopause exerciseanti-inflammatory dietprotein intake for womentestosterone for womenprogesteronehealthy aging for womenpreventing frailtywomen's longevitymenopause doctor