Why Women Are More Than Twice as Likely to Suffer Stress Fractures—And the Hidden Risk During Perimenopause
Stress fractures—minute cracks in bone resulting from repetitive stress or overuse—are significantly more prevalent in women than in men. Studies indicate that women are over twice as likely to experience these injuries, especially in sports involving high-impact activities like running, hockey, or soccer. In my practice as an endocrinologist, I frequently encounter women facing bone-related […]