456 The Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause: Why Your Joints and Tendons Suddenly Feel 10 Years Older

In this episode of the Optimal Body podcast, Doctors of Physical Therapy, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom, explore the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause, a cluster of symptoms including joint pain, stiffness, frozen shoulder, and muscle loss affecting women aged 40–60. They explain how declining estrogen disrupts connective tissue repair, collagen synthesis, and inflammation regulation. The hosts emphasize these symptoms reflect real physiological changes, not weakness or normal aging. They offer practical management strategies, including progressive resistance training, mobility work, improved sleep, targeted nutrition, and medical options like hormone replacement therapy, empowering women to navigate menopause confidently and maintain strength and resilience. Needed Discount: Jen trusted Needed Supplements for fertility, pregnancy, and beyond! Support men and women’s health with vitamins, Omega-3, and more. Used by 6,000+ pros. Use code OPTIMAL for 20% off at checkout! Free Week of the Jen Health Membership: Get a free week of Jen Health Membership ! Access 12 plans crafted by Doc Jen, PT. We’ll match you with the best plan for your goals. Check it out today and use code OPTIMAL for a discount on your first month! Lifting for Longevity Course Discount! Come and join our brand new course Lifting for Longevity ! This course was created by Doc Jen and shot with her 73 year old mother to show that, regardless what age or level you are, you can build strength, power, mobility, balance, and so much more! It will help you understand all of the components of movement that are important when it comes to moving well, late in life. Come join us and grab a bonus discount with code OPTIMAL20 at checkout! We think You'll Love: Free Week of Jen Health Lifting for Longevity Course Jen’s Instagram Dom’s Instagram YouTube Channel For full show notes and resources visit What You'll Learn: 1:59 Introducing Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause 3:35 Defining the Syndrome & Common Symptoms 5:02 Estrogen’s Role in Musculoskeletal... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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456 The Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause: Why Your Joints and Tendons Suddenly Feel 10 Years Older is an episode from The Optimal Body by Dr. Jen Fraboni & Dr. Dom Fraboni.

This episode is 00:32:25 long.

This episode was published on Apr 13, 2026.

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