5 Most Common Orthopaedic Problems Suffered by Women

2. 5 Most Common Orthopaedic Problems Suffered by Women • Men and women have different physiological characteristics and anatomies due to their distinct genetic makeup and endocrine hormone secretion. • These differences can make them prone to various health problems and issues. • For example, cardiovascular conditions are more prevalent in men, while orthopaedic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis are more common among women. • And even among orthopaedic problems, women suffer a higher risk of certain conditions, while men are more prone to others. • So, what do women suffer from the most common orthopaedic problems? • We asked a top orthopaedic surgeon in Mumbai, Dr. Chirag Patel, and his answers surprised us. Read on to know:

3. 5 Most Common Orthopaedic Problems Suffered by Women • Most Common Orthopaedic Disorders Suffered by Women: • Osteoporosis: • Lower peak bone mass, smaller bones, and rapid decline in estrogen after menopause make women more prone to osteoporosis, reducing bone density. • As a result, their bones weaken, increasing their risk of fractures as they age.

4. 5 Most Common Orthopaedic Problems Suffered by Women • Frozen Shoulder: • Women predominantly have lower upper body strength with weaker connective tissues than men. • This problem is compounded by menopause, a higher risk of thyroid dysfunction, and hormonal imbalances. • So women also are prone to shoulder problems, most notably frozen shoulders, shoulder impingement, and rotator cuff injuries, most after age 40. • “Female athletes of basketball and volleyball where the shoulder plays a prominent role also suffer a higher risk of a shoulder problem,” says Dr. Chirag Patel, who has treated hundreds of athletes at his joints and sports clinic in Mumbai

5. 5 Most Common Orthopaedic Problems Suffered by Women • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: • Carpal tunnel syndrome is the weakness in the hand due to the compression of the median nerve that runs along the forearm through the wrist. • It causes pain, weakness, and numbness and prevents from performing daily tasks (say typing). • Women tend to retain more fluid than men due to hormonal fluctuations and a higher incidence of thyroid. • This fluid retention tends to compress the wrist’s median nerve, resulting in this syndrome. • Rheumatoid Arthritis: • Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that causes joint pain and inflammation. Compared to men, women are more predisposed to acquire this condition due to their genetic makeup and physiology. • The risk is even greater for women with a family history of autoimmune disorders.

6. 5 Most Common Orthopaedic Problems Suffered by Women • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury: • No other orthopaedic disorder shows as much gender bias as ACL injury, with women suffering the highest risk of injury compared to men. • Women’s knee joints are comparatively looser with a higher range of motion, which contributes to instability and leads to ACL tears. • This problem is again amplified by the weird anatomical joint angle, strength imbalances, and hormonal factors, leading to a significant risk. • “Being an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports injuries, I have noticed that the above five are the most common orthopaedic disorders that are experienced commonly by women,” says Dr. Chirag Patel, a top orthopaedic surgeon in Mumbai. • If you are looking for more information on the above disorders or seeking treatment, then you can contact him.

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