Tues 14th October 2025 Hormones, Hips and Hurts Menopause can turn aches into regular guests, but they don’t have to overstay their welcome. Many people do not expect menopause to bring lasting pain, yet new insights suggest it can play a significant role in chronic discomfort. According to experts, the drop in oestrogen levels during the menopausal transition may lower the body’s pain threshold so that aches and pains feel stronger. This shift coincides with age-related wear