Perimenopause is a period of transition leading up to menopause. It typically begins when a woman is in her late 30s to mid-40s and can last several years. During this time oestrogen and progesterone levels fluctuate, which can present as a range of symptoms. These include but are not limited to: joint pain, weight gain, vaginal dryness, bladder control issues, brain fog, mood swings, sleep disturbances, increased blood pressure and susceptibility to chronic inflammation and autoimmune issues. In fact, there are at least 34 recognised symptoms of perimenopause and menopause and some experts identify up to 50.
Menopause marks the end of perimenopause, when a woman has not had a menstrual period for 12 consecutive months. There are a range of menopause-related musculoskeletal conditions, which are linked to hormonal changes, decreased collagen production, and increased inflammation. These include but are not limited to: frozen shoulder, gluteal tendinopathy, osteoarthritis, plantar fasciopathy, carpal tunnel syndrome, muscle loss and osteoporosis. The symptoms of these vary but include increasing stiffness and pain in various parts of your body, fluid retention, changes in your soft and connective tissues, loss of bone density and increased risk of fractures, especially in the spine, hips and wrists.
Our multidisciplinary team includes physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, occupational therapists, a psychologist and naturopath, who work collectively and collaboratively to provide Cairns perimenopause and menopause support to our clients. We provide evidence-based care, using science-backed interventions and take a whole of body approach, treating the cause not just the symptoms, and always tailor treatment to suit the individual. We are here to help you take control of your health. Perimenopause and menopause are not the end of strength, vitality or performance. With the right support, you can feel strong, energised and in control.
Catherine has degrees in Biology, Naturopathy and Physiotherapy. She is a strong advocate of holistic treatment and endeavours to treat the cause of the problem, while also alleviating the symptoms. She offers physiotherapy and naturopathy appointments at Wellness Embodied and looks forward to meeting you.
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Kate loves to find a way to meet a client where they are at and believes that everyone’s approach to exercise should be different. She loves to help patients with osteoporosis or osteopenia, mental health struggles, back pain, musculoskeletal issues and more.
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Laura provides dry needling and lymphatic drainage massage, pregnancy massage, remedial massage and hot stone massage. She is passionate about making her clients feel good and relieving them from any pain and tension they may be suffering from.
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Leisa has a passion for helping women with all pregnancy niggles / pelvic girdle pain, prepare for birth (both vaginal and caesarean delivery) and helping them recover their pelvic floor, tummy and any discomfort after. She aims to treat the cause of the problem whilst relieving the symptoms.
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Megumu believes that providing comprehensive, custom-made treatment is important to reach an individual’s goal, and she wishes to provide the best treatment possible for her clients to maintain their quality of life.
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