Many women over 55 are told that stiffness, discomfort, and that awkward feeling when standing up are simply part of getting older.
But that may not be the full story.
New research is drawing attention to what may be happening inside the joint itself — especially in the fluid that helps cushion and lubricate movement.
When that protective joint fluid starts to lose its healthy texture over time, simple movements can begin to feel different.
That includes getting up from the couch, going up stairs, walking comfortably, or moving first thing in the morning.
The short video below explains why this may happen after 55 — and why so many people are now looking at joint lubrication in a completely different way.