08/12/2025
Menopause is a natural stage of life, but it can bring more than just hot flushes! Many women notice increased aches, stiffness, fatigue and muscle weakness during this time.
As ostrogen levels drop, it can influence almost every tissue in the body, not just the reproductive system. Oestrogen helps to protect bone density, maintain muscle and tendon strength, and reduce inflammation.
When levels decline, several things can happen:
* Joint pain and stiffness become more common
* Muscle mass and strength naturally decrease
* Bone density can decline more quickly, increasing the risk of osteopenia and osteoporosis
* Tendon health can be affected, making tendon pain or repetitive strain injuries more likely
* The risk of developing frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) increases, particularly in perimenopausal and menopausal women, as hormonal changes can impact connective tissue flexibility
Menopause is a whole-body transition and can have a profound effect on many aspects of your health and wellbeing. You don’t have to accept pain or stiffness as part of getting older.
At Bridgegate Physiotherapy Clinic, our physiotherapists take a holistic approach to help you move better, build strength safely, and feel more like yourself again. Whether you’re managing new joint pain, recovering from injury, or simply want to stay active and confident through menopause, we’re here to help.
Contact us to learn more or to book an appointment.
📧 info@bridgegatephysiotherapy.co.uk
📞 01244 311880
https://chesterphysiotherapy.connect.tm3app.com
