172: REPLAY The Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause with Dr Vonda Wright

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This podcast originally ran on July 10, 2024

In this episode Florida orthopedic sports medicine surgeon Dr Vonda Wright published a review paper Climacteric, the journal of the International Menopause Society, introducing Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause. The paper has been shared widely across social media, and this interview with Dr Wright is an edited version from last year diving into Dr Wright’s efforts to create awareness of this constellation of muscle and joint problems experienced during perimenopause. 

This is an issue close to Dr Wright’s heart: it was the first thing she went though in perimenopause. 

Listen in as she explains why MSM is her mission, just what happens to our bones and muscles as we get older, and delves into the need for proper diagnosis and preventive measures such as exercise and diet, and the importance of estrogen in maintaining bone health. 

Highlights:

• 1:33 Why she’s back
• 2:45 Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause
• 3:46 Personal experiences and reflections
• 4:09 Understanding bone health
• 12:22 The importance of mobility
• 22:15 Diet and supplements for bone health
• 26:58 Hormone therapy and long-term health
• 31:05 Her words of hope 

Connect with Dr Vonda Wright

• Website: drvondawright 
• Instagram: drvondawright
• TikTok: drvondawright 

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Host bio:
This episode is hosted by Ann Marie McQueen, journalist and founder of Hotflash Inc – the world’s only reader-supported, research-based platform covering all aspects of menopause and midlife. A Canadian-made, UAE-based journalist with 30 years of experience, Ann Marie launched Hotflash Inc to help women find evidence, expert insight, and honest conversations that reflect the full spectrum of the midlife experience. Through her newsletter, podcast, social channels, events, and upcoming course Your Perimenopause Game Plan, she’s building a global community rooted in truth, curiosity, and empowerment.

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