Why are women more affected by osteoarthritis than men?
Osteoarthritis is often associated with age... but did you know that it affects women twice as much as men , especially after menopause? This difference is striking, as it highlights the impact of female hormonal and physiological specificities on joint health. What if, in addition to understanding the causes, we explored natural and innovative solutions to relieve this chronic pain , without relying solely on drug treatments? 🔎💡
Osteoarthritis in women: a reality that is too little taken into account
Figures that speak for themselves
According to a recent study, women represent nearly 65% of patients affected by osteoarthritis , particularly in the knees, hips and hands. However, they are less often operated on than men and undertreated despite often more intense pain.
Why does osteoarthritis affect women more?
1. A hormonal question
The link between menopause and osteoarthritis is clearly established. The drop in estrogen leads to increased inflammation in the joints, making the cartilage more vulnerable to wear and tear. This phenomenon is similar to other typically female inflammatory disorders, such as endometriosis , for which cryotherapy also shows interesting results.
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2. Biomechanical differences
The female bone and joint structure, often more flexible, sometimes creates more joint tension, particularly in the pelvis and knees. The result? Greater wear and tear on the cartilage over time.
3. Inequality in care
According to the data cited in the study, women wait longer to get a prosthesis, even though they often suffer more. Medical gender bias remains very present in chronic pain.
Osteoarthritis and women: natural solutions for a more relaxed daily life
1. Cold, a natural anti-inflammatory that is too underestimated
Cryotherapy is already known in the sports world for its anti-inflammatory effects. Applied locally, it reduces pain, calms inflammation, and promotes blood circulation .
At Maholi, we have adapted this knowledge to create a solution specific to the perineal area – often affected postpartum or in cases of chronic pelvic pain – but which is part of a global approach to feminine well-being .
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2. Incorporate cold into your pain management routine
Women with osteoarthritis report improved pain tolerance when they practice:
- cold showers on aching joints
- localized cryotherapy with pockets like Holi (up to 2.5 hours of freshness)
- conscious breathing and meditation, which accompany the soothing effect of cold
3. Move gently…and often
Movement remains essential. No performance here, but gentle practices such as:
- slow walking
- yoga (suitable for joint pain)
- joint stretching
- abdominal breathing to reduce joint stress
Maholi, a brand designed to relieve female pain naturally
At Maholi, we believe that cold can become a healthy reflex – for menstrual, postpartum, digestive pain… but also joint pain! Our products have been designed to:
- be discreet, reusable and easy to apply
- adapt to all times of the day
- promote gentle joint recovery , even for women with chronic pain
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Conclusion: Osteoarthritis, women and natural solutions –
Osteoarthritis in women is a silent but painful reality . Medicine is making progress, but still too slowly in recognizing this inequality. Fortunately, natural, simple, and accessible solutions like cryotherapy provide real comfort in everyday life.
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