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Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, associate professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, was recently featured in a national Yahoo Health article discussing healthy habits for menopause doctors. As a leading expert in sports medicine and women’s musculoskeletal health, Dr. Wittstein shared vital insights into the “musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause”—a condition affecting millions of women but often overlooked in medical care.
Key points from Dr. Wittstein’s contribution include:
- Inflammation & Joint Pain: The decline in estrogen during menopause increases inflammation, leading to joint pain and a higher risk of arthritis.
- Bone Density Loss: Women experience faster bone density loss during menopause, which increases the risk of osteoporosis and fractures.
- Muscle Mass Challenges: Hormonal changes make it more difficult to maintain muscle mass, increasing the risk of sarcopenia.
- Frozen Shoulder Awareness: Frozen shoulder is a common menopause condition that often develops without trauma and requires early treatment.
- Lifestyle Strategies: She advocates strength training, impact exercises, and anti-inflammatory nutrition as key approaches to support musculoskeletal health.
Dr. Wittstein’s efforts continue to raise awareness of how menopause affects orthopedic health and encourage women to take proactive steps toward lifelong mobility and wellness.
Read more – Rachel Grumman Bender, Yahoo!Health