Menopause Support Group

Menopause is the physiological cessation of menstrual cycles associated with advancing age. It normally occurs in women between the ages of 45 and 55, when the body begins to slow and stop the production of eggs, estrogen and progesterone production decreases, and menstruation diminishes, eventually stopping altogether.

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sdwill 10/30/2008

I can's seem to get rid of this neck/shoulder pain, and feel like it's what starts these constant headaches. I have a weak kinda feeling in my arms and my shoulders and neck are sore and ache. I don't know if maybe I need a new mattress or what. Sometimes, it's hard to sit at this computer and work all day. Does anyone else have this symptom and what did you do for it?
Thanks,
Sandi

RosePark 10/30/2008

Hi Sandi - I had the exact same thing. I would have this sore, stiff shoulder and neck on the side that my headache occurred. At my work, we have a massage therapist visit and she does Chair Massages. I had one a couple of weeks ago for 30 minutes, and now the pain is GONE!!!!

I also went off birth control pills (treatment for menopause symptoms). I am doing so well - no headaches - no pain that it is downright scary!!!!!

deleted_user 11/01/2008

Yes, yes, yes I am also getting this have to have some sort of scarf or neck pillow with me all the time. Lots of self massage seems to help and mentally reminding myself to take deep breaths and relaxxxx!

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