The Menopause Consortium

🌟 Understanding Joint Aches and Pains During Menopause 🌟 Have you or someone you know experienced unexpected joint pain during menopause? This insightful article by Sam Hobson, Musculoskeletal physiotherapist at TMC, highlights the often-overlooked link between menopause and joint discomfort. 💡 From hormonal changes to inflammation, Sam explains the causes and provides practical advice to help you navigate these changes with confidence and care. 🌿✨ Whether you’re going through menopause yourself or supporting someone who is, this is an essential read. Knowledge is power, and understanding your body is the first step to feeling your best. 💪 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e9Zc9e5H #Wellbeing #HealthTips #musculoskeltalhealth

🌟 At TMC, education is at the heart of what we do! 🌟 One of our four key initiatives is The Menopause Academy, where we empower healthcare professionals with comprehensive training in hormone healthcare—from primary care training to becoming certified Menopause Specialists. 🎯 Our Aim: To ensure the next generation of HCPs have the continuity of care and support needed in this vital field. We do this because we love what we do, and the positive feedback from our trainees and recent graduates only solidifies our mission. Their reviews inspire us to continue making a difference in hormone health care. ✨ Interested in advancing your expertise in hormone healthcare? Whether you're looking to enhance your primary care skills or become a certified specialist, we're here to support you every step of the way. 📩 Message us for a chat—we’d love to hear from you and discuss how our training programs can help you achieve your professional goals! #HealthcareEducation #MenopauseCare #HormoneHealth #ProfessionalDevelopment #ContinuityOfCare #HealthcareTraining #TMC #MenopauseAcademy

✨ There’s nothing more rewarding than hearing from our patients! ✨ We always get a thrill when we receive a review from a patient—it makes everything we do worthwhile. Your feedback not only brightens our day but also motivates us to continue delivering the best care possible. Thank you for trusting us with your health and for sharing your experiences! 🙏❤️ #PatientCare #Healthcare #Gratitude #PatientFeedback #ThankYou

🦴 As my colleagues and trainees can attest, bone health is a true passion of mine. With winter bringing shorter days, reduced sunlight, and often limiting our ability to stay as active as we'd like, maintaining strong bones becomes even more crucial. ❄️☀️🏃♀️ I'm sharing this post from TMC that offers valuable tips on how we can all support our bone health during the colder months. Let's prioritise our well-being together! 💪 #BoneHealth #WinterWellness #HealthTips #StayActive #Sunlight #Wellbeing #Healthcare #TMC #WinterHealth #HealthyBones

Bone Health in Winter: Why It Matters and How to Maintain Strength ❄️🦴 Winter is a season that brings shorter days, lower temperatures, and, for many, changes in lifestyle that can affect overall health. Among these changes, bone health is often overlooked despite its critical importance. The colder months pose unique challenges, from reduced sunlight to decreased physical activity, all of which can impact bone strength and mobility. Here’s are a few practical steps to maintain strong, healthy bones throughout the season. 1️⃣ Optimise Vitamin D Levels ☀️ 🐟 Include vitamin D-rich foods in your diet, such as oily fish, fortified cereals, and egg yolks. Consider vitamin D supplementation during the winter months if sunlight exposure is insufficient. 2️⃣ Engage in Weight-Bearing Exercises 🏋 Incorporate activities like walking, strength training, or yoga to maintain bone density and flexibility. Indoor fitness options, such as using resistance bands or bodyweight exercises, are excellent alternatives when outdoor activity is limited. 3️⃣ Focus on a Bone-Healthy Diet 🥒 🧀 Prioritise calcium-rich foods, including dairy products, green leafy vegetables, tofu, and fortified plant-based alternatives. Add magnesium (found in nuts and seeds) and vitamin K (found in green vegetables) to support bone strength and repair. 4️⃣ Dress Warmly and Stay Mobile 🚶 Protect your joints from cold temperatures by dressing in layers and wearing gloves or thermals. Gentle movement throughout the day can help reduce stiffness and improve circulation. 5️⃣  Prevent Falls and Injuries 🤕 Wear footwear with appropriate grip to navigate icy or slippery surfaces safely. Keep walkways well-lit and clear of hazards to minimise the risk of slips or falls. 6️⃣  Stay Hydrated 🚰 Proper hydration is crucial year-round to maintain joint lubrication and overall health, even during colder weather. How do you ensure your bone health remains a priority during the winter months? Drop a comment below 👇 & let’s share strategies and insights to support one another. Together, we can promote stronger, healthier lifestyles, whatever the season. #BoneHealth #ProfessionalWellbeing #WinterHealth #VitaminD #StrongBones #HealthyLiving #2025Wellness #WinterCare #MobilityMatters

🌟 One of the things I love most about working with the incredible team at TMC is our shared ethos and unwavering commitment to improving women's healthcare. 💪 Watching and hearing about amazing events like the Aberdeen Health and Wellbeing Festival, attended by our very own Dr Wendy Knoops and our physiotherapy partners from Scotland reformPhysio & Pilates, fills me with joy. 😊 Seeing the next generation of healthcare professionals invest so much of themselves in the pursuit of better healthcare for women is truly inspiring. It is an honour to work alongside these dedicated individuals and to all of you out there working hard to promote, educate, and improve women's healthcare. 👏 Together, we will make a difference and ensure that women's healthcare remains a priority and is approached proactively. 💖 #WomensHealth #HealthcareHeroes #TeamTMC #Wellbeing #FutureOfHealthcare #EmpowerWomen #HealthcareExcellence #ProactiveCare

🌟 We at TMC are delighted that our partners at reformPhysio & Pilates invited Dr. Wendy Knoops from our Aberdeen, Inverurie, and Inverness clinics to the Aberdeen Health and Wellbeing Festival on Saturday, January 11th. From all accounts, it was a great day filled with inspiring conversations about women's health, reconnecting with old friends like Dr Helen Goldie, and engaging with wonderful people such as Karen Farquharson from the Menopause Aberdeen Support Group. 💬🤝 Events like these are crucial in pushing the boundaries of better health for women, and we are incredibly grateful to Laura for inviting us and to the event organizers for orchestrating such a wonderful day. 🙏✨ Together, we're making strides towards a healthier, more empowered community! 💪🌺 #WomensHealth #HealthAndWellbeing #Community #Networking #AberdeenEvents #MenopauseSupport #ReformPilates #Physiotherapy #HealthInnovation #Grateful

🌟 Embrace Sustainable Change This New Year! 🌟 As we welcome 2025, many of us are tempted by the "New Year, New Me" trend. While the intention is great, these resolutions often fade, leading to disappointment rather than lasting change. I'm thrilled to share our latest blog written by our resident Dietitian, Maia Lockhart. Maia delves into the importance of embracing sustainable changes that stick, rather than chasing fleeting trends. Let’s shift our mindset together: ✨ Start by affirming, "I am fabulous." ✨ Ask yourself, "What small changes can I make to increase my fabulousness?" By focusing on manageable, meaningful adjustments, we can foster healthy habits that enhance our well-being all year long. 🔗 Read Maia’s insightful blog here 👇 : https://lnkd.in/eMRa3qMU Let’s make 2025 a year of lasting transformation and genuine self-improvement. Together, we can move beyond the "New Me" myth and embrace a fabulous, healthier version of ourselves! #SustainableChange #HealthyHabits #NewYearNewYou #WellnessJourney #MindsetMatters

🌟 Welcome Katherine Pleace - Fertility and Menopause Specialist Nurse 🌟 We’re thrilled to welcome Katherine to the team! 🎉 Katherine is a passionate and accomplished senior women’s health nurse with over 17 years of expertise in fertility, premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), and menopause care. Her career spans clinical and academic settings, including managing multi-site egg donation programs, independent practice, and pursuing groundbreaking research in women’s health. Currently completing her PhD with the Centre for Reproduction Research, Kate’s work focuses on amplifying the voices and experiences of women with premature menopause. Her commitment to education, advocacy, and patient empowerment inspires us all. Welcome aboard, Katherine—we’re excited to have you with us! 🙌 #Welcome #WomensHealth #ReproductiveHealth #TeamGrowth #MakingADifference

At TMC, we believe that enhancing your health and well-being doesn't require you to change who you are. True well-being comes from making thoughtful, sustainable adjustments that align with your unique strengths and lifestyle. ✨ You are already enough. ✨ Small changes can lead to big improvements. ✨ Embrace your authentic self on your wellness journey. Stay well and be yourself! #HealthAndWellness #WellBeing #SelfImprovement #AuthenticLiving #TMC #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth