April 22, 2026 · Climacteric : the journal of the International Menopause Society · DOI: 10.1080/13697137.2026.2651720

Association between menopausal status and physical function: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to investigate the relationship between menopausal status and physical function. The findings indicated that premenopausal and perimenopausal women generally exhibit better physical strength and function compared to postmenopausal women, highlighting the menopausal transition as a critical period for physical decline. The authors emphasize the need for targeted healthcare strategies to support women during this transition.

Pedro R S Macêdo, Sabrina G G F Macêdo, Ananília Regina Silva Cavalcante, Maithê Avelino Salustiano, Mateus D A Lima, Javier Jerez-Roig, Saionara M A Câmara

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