Menopause Joint Pain and Bone Loss Explained (It’s Hormonal, Not Aging) Are your joints hurting more than they used to? Are you feeling stiff, unstable, or hesitant to move because your body no longer feels reliable? If you have been told this is just aging, wear and tear, or something you have to accept, this episode explains what is really happening. In this episode of The Mr. Menopause Show, certified and award winning menopause educator Tafiq Akhir, also known as Mr. Menopause, breaks down how hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause directly impact bone density, joint health, inflammation, and injury risk. Many women are never told that estrogen plays a critical role in maintaining bone strength, collagen production, joint cushioning, and muscle support. When estrogen declines, bone loss can accelerate, joints can become inflamed, and everyday movement can start to feel painful or unsafe. These changes are not random, and they are not simply part of getting older. This episode explains why falls, fractures, joint pain, stiffness, and loss of confidence in movement are often connected to unaddressed hormonal shifts, not a failing body. It also explores how muscle loss, inflammation, stress hormones, and lack of strength training compound the problem when menopause is ignored. In this episode, you will learnWhy menopause increases the risk of bone loss and fracturesHow estrogen affects joints, collagen, and inflammation- Why joint pain during menopause is often misdiagnosed or dismissed - How strength training protects bones, joints, balance, and independence - What lab tests and scans actually matter for menopause bone and joint health - Why early awareness can prevent long term damage and loss of mobility This is not about fear. It is about understanding your body well enough to advocate for it and support it before injury becomes the wake up call. ABOUT THE MR. MENOPAUSE SHOW The Mr. Menopause Show is your go to source for reliable menopause and healthy aging support. Each episode provides clear, compassionate, evidence based education to help women understand what is happening in their bodies during perimenopause and menopause. The show focuses on menopause symptoms, hormone changes, self advocacy, and practical education designed to reduce confusion and support informed decision making. #Menopause #MenopauseJointPain #BoneLoss #Osteoporosis #Perimenopause #MenopauseEducation #WomensHealth #HormonalHealth #MrMenopause