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EP382: How Hormonal Changes Drive Joint and Muscle Pain with Stacey Roberts

EP382: How Hormonal Changes Drive Joint and Muscle Pain with Stacey Roberts

Published 5 months ago
Description

Have you ever wondered why nagging aches or sudden stiffness seem to appear out of nowhere, especially during big hormonal shifts? In this episode, Stacey Roberts breaks down the hidden connection between hormones and musculoskeletal pain. From estrogen's role in joint lubrication to cortisol's effect on inflammation, Stacey explains how your chemistry can directly influence your comfort and mobility. Join us for a conversation that will help you understand your body in a whole new way.

Key takeaways to listen for

  • How hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause influence joint and muscle pain

  • Why cortisol and chronic stress amplify inflammation and tension in the body

  • The surprising connection between gut health and pain sensitivity

  • Practical tools like diaphragmatic breathing and gentle movement to reduce discomfort

  • How lifestyle shifts in nutrition, rest, and recovery can restore resilience

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About Stacey Roberts

Stacey Roberts, PT, MBA, MSN, RN, is a physical therapist, holistic registered nurse, and functional medicine specialist with more than 30 years of experience helping patients achieve lasting health. She is the founder of New You Health & Wellness, where she blends physical therapy, hormone optimization, gut health strategies, and integrative medicine to create individualized care plans. Stacey has guided patients worldwide through pain reduction, improved vitality, weight loss, and fertility challenges, using both evidence-based treatments and timeless holistic practices. A published author, mentor to medical professionals, and former associate clinical professor, Stacey has been featured on World News Now, Oprah, and multiple Australian media outlets. Her upcoming book, The Pain Free Formula, offers a practical roadmap to overcoming joint and muscle pain without surgery or drugs.

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