Will menopause cause joint pains?

Menopause joint pain, also known as menopausal arthralgia, is one of the common menopause symptoms that many women experience during the transition into menopause.

Hormonal changes impact the joints during menopause. Oestrogen (hormone) in joint tissues helps protect bones and reduce inflammation. As oestrogen levels decline during perimenopause, joints may become swollen and painful.