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Menopause and perimenopause can cause hip pain due to hormonal changes that increase inflammation and affect pain perception. Treatments include hormone replacement therapy (preferably body-identical hormones), lifestyle modifications like diet and exercise, and specific hip mobility exercises to alleviate stiffness and improve joint function.
A pelvic floor expert highlights that 70% of people perform Kegel exercises incorrectly, often by squeezing the wrong muscles or moving other body parts, which reduces their effectiveness. Proper technique involves squeezing the rectum and vaginal muscles without moving other parts, holding for about 10 seconds, and doing the exercises 2-3 times a week or daily if needed. Using an app like Squeezy can help ensure correct form and timing.