Why does menopause impact so many body systems, and what can women do to protect their health? Dr. Vonda Wright, orthopedic surgeon and researcher, dives deep into the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause and the health strategies women can implement for midlife mastery.

Dr. Sameena Rahman sits down with Dr. Vonda Wright, a leading orthopedic surgeon and women’s health advocate, to delve into the often-overlooked musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause. They discuss Dr. Wright’s groundbreaking research on how menopause impacts bone density, joint health, muscle mass, and overall physical resilience.

Dr. Wright shares her journey into orthopedics, why she shifted her focus to women’s health advocacy, and the transformative power of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) when paired with lifestyle changes. They also tackle cultural misconceptions, the importance of naming conditions to validate women’s experiences, and practical steps for managing menopause-related musculoskeletal symptoms.

Episode Highlights:

• Understanding the Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause: What it is, why it matters, and the key symptoms to look out for.
• Hormone Replacement Therapy: The benefits and considerations for women navigating menopause.
• Bone Health Strategies: How to build and maintain bone density through exercise, nutrition, and supplements.
• The Impact of Frozen Shoulder: How hormonal changes contribute and what treatment options are available.
• Prehab and Rehabilitation: Tips for building strength and avoiding injury during menopause and beyond.
• The Role of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP): How PRP therapy can help reduce inflammation and support healing.
• Dr. Wright’s Midlife Mastery Retreats: How to join and what to expect.

If you want to dive deeper into Dr. Vonda Wright’s work or learn more about her midlife mastery programs, check out the show notes for all the links to her website and upcoming events. Be sure to subscribe, share, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

Guest Bio-

Dr. Vonda Wright is a double-boarded, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon and internationally recognized authority on active aging and mobility. Dr. Wright’s practice focuses on minimally invasive surgery for hip preservation, shoulder and knee reconstruction, cartilage restoration, orthobiologics, and the latest in injury prevention and performance optimization. An intra-preneur, Dr. Wright was the founding director of the Performance and Research Initiative for Masters Athletes (PRIMA) and her pioneering research in mobility and musculoskeletal aging is changing the way we view and treat the aging process. Dr. Wright cares for athletes and active people of all ages and skill levels from the Division I Georgia State Panthers, Pens Elite developmental hockey teams, University of Pittsburgh Division I athletes, World Rugby 7’s, Olympic track and field athletes, and the Atlanta Ballet. She is a pioneering physician and thought leader for the new legion of E-Sports athletes.

In addition to her surgical practice, Dr. Wright is an accomplished researcher and author who speaks worldwide and develops innovative programs for optimizing performance and minimizing injury from the ball field to the boardroom. Dr. Wright is a media content expert and regularly appears on national TV shows including “Dr. Oz” and “The Doctors.” She is frequently quoted in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, USA Today and U.S. News & World Report, as well as in magazines such as Maxim, Prevention, Fitness, MORE, Runner’s World, Best Life, Arthritis Today, and numerous online publications. She proudly serves on the Sharecare Medical Advisory Board. She has authored five books: “Fitness After 40: How to Stay Strong at Any Age;” “Guide to THRIVE: 4 steps to Body, Brains & Bliss;” “Younger in 8 Weeks;” “A Parent’s Playbook for Raising Healthy Athletes;” and “Masterful Care of the Aging Athlete.”

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