Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely

Ep. 181 - Unbreakable - the Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause Explained with Dr. Vonda Wright


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In this week’s essential episode, Dr. Lovely is joined by Dr. Vonda Wright, an acclaimed orthopedic surgeon and longevity specialist, to decode a hidden crisis for women in midlife: the mysterious aches and pains that often get dismissed.  Dr. Wright introduces her groundbreaking research on the Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause (MSM), putting a name to the frozen shoulders, unexplained tendonitis, bone loss, muscle loss and joint pain that derail so many women's lives at midlife.

This conversation is a powerful deep dive into the undeniable link between declining estrogen and the health of your entire musculoskeletal system. Dr. Wright shares why her paper became a viral sensation with over 418,000 downloads, what this says about the gaps in women’s healthcare, and how you can move from feeling like you're "falling apart" to building a resilient, powerful body.

 What You’ll Hear:

  • The MSM Breakdown: What it is and the most common conditions (it’s probably not just "aging").

  • The Estrogen Connection: How hormone loss directly fuels inflammation and tissue breakdown.

  • Beyond a "hanger for Your meat suit": Why bone is a dynamic, sexy organ that controls your metabolism and brain health.

  • A New Medical Language: How to talk to your doctor so you’re finally heard and understood.

  • Preventing Frailty: The actionable strategies to build strength and vitality for decades to come.

  • The Holistic Fix: Why effective treatment combines hormone therapy, manual therapy, smart nutrition, and targeted movement.

This episode is your guide to stopping the pain cycle and advocating for the expert care you deserve. Dr. Wright’s insights will change how you view your body’s evolution and empower you to take control of your musculoskeletal health.

Connect with Dr. Vonda Wright:

Website: www.drvondawright.com | Instagram: @drvondawright

 

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