Menopause: Joint Health, Mobility & Fall Prevention
- Speaker:
- Elizabeth Frey, FCAMPT, MCISC (MANIP), MSc. PT, MSc, BPHE, BSc, MCPA
- Duration:
- 1 Hour 30 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Copyright:
-
Nov 10, 2025
- Product Code:
- POS065699
- Media Type:
- Digital Seminar
Description
Aching joints. Lingering stiffness. Mobility that’s slowly slipping away. These aren’t just normal signs of aging—they’re often tied to hormonal shifts, inflammation, and movement dysfunction in menopause. In this session, physiotherapist Liz Frey helps clinicians untangle the complex relationship between estrogen loss, joint health, and functional mobility. Learn how to differentiate structural vs. systemic pain, apply movement strategies that support joint longevity, and empower your patients to move with more ease, strength, and confidence.
What You’ll Walk Away With:
- A new lens for evaluating joint health in menopause—beyond just “arthritis”
- Tools to differentiate hormonal vs. mechanical joint issues
- Strategies to improve mobility without overloading sensitive joints
- Evidence-backed movement recommendations for hips, knees, spine, and more
- Techniques to progress or modify exercise based on fatigue, pain, and real-life function
- Practical approaches for active and deconditioned patients alike
- More confidence in supporting patients who say, “I’m stiff all the time” or “I don’t trust my body anymore”
Credit
Handouts/Brochure
| File type | File name | Number of pages | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual - Menopause (6 MB) | 47 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Speaker
Elizabeth Frey, FCAMPT, MCISC (MANIP), MSc. PT, MSc, BPHE, BSc, MCPA Related seminars and products
Elizabeth Frey, FCAMPT, MCISC (MANIP), MSc. PT, MSc, BPHE, BSc, MCPA
Liz holds a BSc and BPHE from Queen’s University; a MSc in Exercise Physiology from the University of Toronto, a MSc (PT) from McMaster University, and a MCISC (Manip) from University of Western Ontario. She is a member of the CPA and a fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physical Therapists (FCAMPT). Liz is also a Contemporary Medical Acupuncture provider.
Liz is a clinic owner and practicing physiotherapist with a specialty in pelvic health physiotherapy. She is an instructor for Rocktape® Canada, a clinical lab facilitator at the University of Toronto, and a clinical supervisor for physiotherapy students.
As an orthopaedic and pelvic health physiotherapist, Liz integrates her over 10 years of clinical expertise to provide a unique whole-body approach to wellness. Liz’s practice focuses on helping women navigate pregnancy, menopause, and everything in between. Her care model addresses the underlying dysfunction causing injury and provides education to help prevent future re-injury. Her patient-centered approach empowers her patients to set goals, balance muscular dysfunction, and work toward optimal health. She does all of this through hands-on techniques, comprehensive education, and tailored progressive exercise programs.
Personally, as a busy mother of three children, the health habits that don’t slip for Liz are mindset and exercise – it is her positive outlook and passion to stay strong and mobile as she ages that are a few of her defining features.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Elizabeth Frey is the owner of PhysioPlus Health Group, an instructor with Rock Tape, and has an employment relationship with Fringe. She is a mentor with Orthopedic Division. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc.
Non-financial: Elizabeth Frey is a member of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy and the Women’s Health Division of the CPA.
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Objectives
- Differentiate between systemic, hormonal, and mechanical contributors to joint pain and stiffness in menopausal patients.
- Design or recommend movement strategies that improve joint health and mobility across fitness levels and clinical presentations.
- Apply clinical reasoning to identify red flags, refer when appropriate, and adapt interventions based on patient tolerance and hormonal status.
Outline
Pain Isn’t Just Wear and Tear
- Understand how hormonal shifts affect joint sensitivity, tissue integrity, and inflammation
- Effective screening tools for falls and prevention
- Get clarity on when to treat, when to adapt, and when to refer
- Explore current research and limitations
Movement That Actually Helps
- Build effective routines for patients who say: “I feel stiff all over” or “I’m afraid to move”
- Support mobility with low-risk, high-impact strategies for hips, knees, spine, and shoulders
- Apply modifications for fatigue, flare-ups, or long-standing deconditioning
Clinical Reasoning Meets Real-World Movement
- 5-category approach to movement
- Mobility & Flexibility
- Stability & Strength
- Balance & Proprioception
- Low-Impact Cardio
- Pacing & Graded Exposure
- Learn how to screen for mobility loss—even when patients can’t explain their symptoms
- Rethink stiffness: is it arthritis, hormonal, or something else entirely?
- Gain confidence in treating active and sedentary patients without overloading the system
Tools You Can Use—Right Now to Enhance Interdisciplinary Care
- Whether you’re a PT, DC, NP, or PA, you’ll walk away with actionable approaches that fit your scope
- Teach your patients to trust their bodies again—even when they feel stiff, sore, or fragile
- Go beyond “keep moving” and offer real strategies for mobility and resilience
Target Audience
- Doctors of Chiropractic
- Registered Nurses
- Nurse Practitioners
- Physician Assistants
- Physical Therapists
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