Muscle Tension

What is Muscle Tension in menopause?

Muscle tension in menopause is a common sign which is often overlooked. Many women nte that tension is often felt in the neck, shoulders, back, or jaw and may be worsened by other menopausal symptoms like anxiety, poor sleep, and stress.

Why does Muscle Tension happen in menopause?

Hormonal changes, like in oestrogen and progesterone, can increase cortisol (the stress hormone), which contributes to muscle tightness and discomfort.

How can Muscle Tension in menopause be managed?

To help relieve muscle tension, regular stretching, yoga, gentle exercise, and massage can be effective. Magnesium supplements, hydration, and relaxation techniques like deep breathing or meditation may also help. M-Club's Hot & Cold Wrap can help ease discomfort too!

Dee Jones on Muscle Tension

"Joint pain, hot flushes and muscle tension are common symptoms of menopause, so the Hot And Cold Wrap is a useful aid that can help provide cooling or warming therapy. Use the M-Club Body Wrap cold from the fridge to gently cool discomforts or freezer for a more intense cooling therapy. This wrap also warms up quickly in the microwave giving you a fast heat therapy when you need it most.”