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Women's Musculoskeletal Health and Bone Health

Women’s musculoskeletal health is increasingly shaping conversations about injury prevention, treatment disparities and healthy aging. Understanding how factors such as hormonal changes, bone density and differences in symptoms and outcomes affect women can help reporters uncover overlooked angles and tell more complete health stories.

 

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Videos & Podcasts

OrthoInfo Podcast: Season 1, Ep. 5

How Does Menopause Affect Bone and Joint Health?

In this episode, Mary Mulcahey, MD, FAAOS, and Jocelyn Wittstein, MD, FAAOS, will help listeners understand how the menopausal transition affects women's bone and joint health.

OrthoInfo Podcast: Season 1, Episode 5 (Short)

Why Do Wrist Fractures Spike in Frequency for Women over 50?

This video explains why women over 50 are at a higher risk for wrist fractures and why these injuries should serve as a wake-up call for bone health.

Articles & Patient Education

OrthoInfo Article

Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause (MSM)

Learn how declining estrogen during menopause affects bone, joint, and muscle health, and discover ways to reduce pain, prevent bone loss, and maintain strength.

OrthoInfo Article

Frozen Shoulder

Learn about frozen shoulder, a condition that causes pain and stiffness, including its symptoms, causes, and treatment options to restore shoulder mobility.

The musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause

Related article by Dr. Wright, Dr. Schwartzman, Dr. Itinoche, and Dr. Wittstein

News & Expert Insights

Annual Meeting clinical press release

New study finds early hormone replacement therapy reduces risk of osteoporosis and fractures for older women

March 2, 2026 – A study presented at AAOS 2026 Annual Meeting, found that early hormone replacement therapy may reduce osteoporosis and fracture risk in postmenopausal women.

Prevent Injuries America press release

Strong Bones, Stronger You: Essential Tips for Women in Menopause

September 24, 2024 – AAOS shares essential tips to help women maintain strong bones, healthy joints, and overall musculoskeletal health during menopause.