London orthopaedic surgeon breaks silence:
"When my wife could barely walk during menopause, I questioned everything I had recommended for 20 years..."
Now, he reveals the 3-step method that has already restored mobility to thousands of menopausal women.
A personal story by Thomas Webber, specialist in orthopaedics
This thought is still difficult for me to accept today. It was an admission of my failure – both professionally and personally.
My name is Dr. Thomas Webber. I am a 52-year-old married man and father of two children. I am an orthopaedic surgeon from London – and have specialised in joint diseases for over 20 years.
In my career, I have helped thousands of patients with osteoarthritis, joint wear and tear, and chronic pain.
I was convinced I knew what worked for joint problems – until it happened to my wife Marion.
Joint pain during menopause
Marion had always been active, athletic, and full of life. But everything changed with the onset of menopause.
At first it was just morning stiffness. But within a few months she could barely climb stairs.
Every step became torture.
I tried everything I would also recommend to my patients: injections, painkillers, physiotherapy.
But nothing helped. For the first time in my career, I felt helpless.
And when I saw how Marion lost more and more of her zest for life every day, I began to question my entire medical approach and set out to find a new solution.
What I didn't understand at that time:
- Oestrogen deficiency during menopause weakens cartilage, bones, and blood vessels.
- The risk of developing osteoarthritis is increasing rapidly.
- Here, standard therapies are even less effective than in younger patients.
I realised that, in many cases, the standard procedures are simply insufficient.
Today, in my practice, I pursue an approach that works completely differently from standard therapies.
- No Injection
- No medication
- No endless physiotherapy sessions
- No surgeries
This method is so effective that...
- 89% of users experienced significantly less pain after just 21 days.
- 76% were able to reduce or completely stop their pain medication.
- My wife can hike again without any problems.
Take a look at what patients from my practice report:
In the next five minutes, I will explain how you can achieve similar results:
Why conventional therapies often fail
How this special method regenerates your joints from within
How they can become pain-free again within a few months
How my wife suddenly became my patient
Thomas? My knee feels kind of strange today.”
Marion said this one morning at breakfast. I just nodded, hidden behind my newspaper.
It was a phrase I heard daily in my practice.
A week later, Marion was sitting on the sofa when a box of pills suddenly fell out of her jacket pocket.
I automatically bent down to pick it up, but she got there first.
“Since when have you been taking these things?” I asked.
“Only occasionally,” she murmured. “Nothing wild.”
But there was something.
I observed her differently now: how she stiffly got out of bed in the morning. How she gripped the banister when climbing the stairs. The breaks she had to take during walks.
It only became truly clear to me on our wedding day.
“It's like there's glass stuck in my knee.”
In the restaurant, Marion froze mid-movement as we were about to leave.
“It's like there's glass in my knee,” she whispered through clenched teeth.
The drive home was unusually quiet.
“Why didn’t you say how bad it really is?” I asked.
“Because I don't want to be a burden,” she replied with a forced smile. “I'm not your patient.”
These words hit me hard. I had actually already considered her as a “case”, rather than as my wife.
The next day, I examined Marion in my practice.
When the MRI images appeared on the monitor, I was shocked:
Significant osteoarthritis in the knee, first signs also in the hip.
Marion's knee in an inflamed state
Marion looked at the pictures and said, “Tell me honestly, how bad is it?”
I didn’t know what to say. I usually only see this stage in people aged 65 and over.
I promised her that we would get it under control. I was convinced of it.
When proven methods suddenly fail
"Exercise is the best medicine for osteoarthritis,” I said to Marion with the conviction of a doctor who had repeated this sentence a hundred times.
We started with a gentle exercise program: joint training twice a week, accompanied by pain medication to combat acute inflammation.
The swelling subsided and Marion was able to smile again.
“See? Everything will be alright,” I said, relieved.
But two weeks later, I found Marion sitting on the garden bench while our friends played boules in the garden.
“I can't play anymore,” she said quietly.
I saw her take her shoes off and put them back on, pretending she had blisters. But I knew it was her joints.
That’s when it dawned on me. It wasn’t her physical limitations that tormented her most. It was the loss of her identity.
We intensified the therapy: higher doses of painkillers, special collagen preparations, and heat applications.
After another six months, I ventured into hyaluronic acid injections and more regular physiotherapy.
“Will this help?” asked Marion.
“It will,” I replied – but inside I was uncertain.
The brief success allowed us both to breathe a sigh of relief. Yet the setback came quickly – and progress stagnated.
Every slight attempt at exertion led to new flare-ups. The classic vicious cycle of osteoarthritis had us firmly in its grip.
The problem became even more apparent during menopause:
Cartilage deteriorates more quickly due to the decreasing oestrogen levels.
The connective tissue loses elasticity.
Inflammation becomes more severe and lasts longer.
"The joint actually needs movement to heal – but every movement worsens the inflammation.
After some time, I capitulated to the obvious:
Everything I had believed to be right in 20 years of professional experience failed – with the person who was most important to me.
“Do I really need a knee replacement now?” Marion asked one evening. “At 52 – right in the middle of menopause?”
And she was right to ask that question.
Because an artificial joint at this age very likely means a second operation later in life. Revision surgeries are more complicated, the chances of success are lower, and the complication rates are significantly higher.
I had advised dozens of patients to take this step, but for the first time I doubted whether it was really the right path for my wife, with all the hormonal changes.
But what was the alternative?
Her pain was unbearable. Even strong medications only provided short-term relief.
I wanted to understand why I failed, even though I had always acted “by the book”.
So I did what any responsible doctor would do: I started looking for new answers.
What I discovered would fundamentally change my entire understanding of osteoarthritis and the influence of menopause.
“We have been treating osteoarthritis incorrectly for decades ” – a realisation that shook me
A few weeks later, I visited the therapy trade fair in London, where I usually went to find out about new trends.
This year, however, I was not only an orthopaedist – I was also a husband, desperately searching for answers for my wife, who was suffering from massive joint pain in the midst of menopause.
As I browsed through the programme, my eye fell upon a lecture:
“New Paradigms in Osteoarthritis Therapy” by Prof. Dr. Martin Houston.
As the former head of a renowned clinic in Zurich and current researcher at the University of California, Prof. Houston is considered one of the leading experts in joint medicine.
His first sentence perfectly captured the essence of my situation:
“Most therapies fall short. We block pain – but we don't promote healing. And these methods fail particularly quickly in postmenopausal women.”
I was electrified. That was exactly what I experienced with Marion.
Prof. Houston then presented a new study from the University of California, published in December 2022:
277 osteoarthritis patients who regularly took painkillers showed significantly faster cartilage destruction in MRI scans after four years compared to patients who didn’t take medication.
He explained that this is even more dramatic in women going through menopause, because the falling oestrogen levels further accelerate cartilage aging.
Medications such as ibuprofen or diclofenac did provide short-term relief from the pain – but, at the same time, accelerated joint destruction.
Why?
The pain is only suppressed; the inflammation continues to smoulder in the background.
Patients think: “It doesn’t hurt anymore – so everything is fine again.”
They put the same strain on the joints as before – but this leads to even faster cartilage deterioration.
This effect is particularly critical for women going through menopause.
Because declining oestrogen levels already accelerate bone and cartilage loss. If this is then masked with painkillers, the destruction progresses twice as fast.
I had prescribed Marion these medications for months – in increasingly higher doses when the effect wore off.
A mistake I continue to blame myself for to this day.
“Or we could use joint injections,” Prof. Houston continued, showing two MRI images.
“The so-called joint lubricant does improve lubrication in the short term – but only in the joint space, not in the cartilage itself. It's like changing the oil in a rusted-through car while the rust continues to eat away at it.”
Then he dissected the other standard therapies:
- Physiotherapy strengthens the muscles, but does not reach the cartilage cells.
- Dietary supplements? "Useful building blocks, no question – but taken in isolation, without combination, without targeted intake, they can hardly have any effect."
His words were harsh, but honest.
And they struck me to the core:
For decades, we have only treated the symptoms of osteoarthritis – rather than cure it.
And for postmenopausal women, this means: every lost month accelerates wear and tear.
What joints really need – and why single therapies often fail during menopause
The real turning point came with his next sentence:
“A joint is not a single building block. It is a complex system. Only when all components work together can true regeneration take place.”
He explained the underlying problem – and why it particularly affects women over 45:
Our bodies possess a vast network of blood vessels. With increasing age – and exacerbated by the hormonal changes during menopause – residues accumulate in these vessels, similar to a clogged road network.
These “calcifications” have two fatal consequences:
1. The immune system can no longer properly break down inflammation. It becomes entrenched, is further intensified by declining oestrogen levels, and causes permanent tissue damage.
2. Even high-quality nutrients, like glucosamine or collagen, barely reach the cartilage because the transport network in the body is blocked.
Then Prof. Houston showed the MRI scans of patients who had been treated with a holistic approach.
I could hardly believe my eyes: cartilage tissue that had visibly regenerated. Joint spaces that had reopened. Women who, after years, were walking pain-free again – despite menopause.
“For a joint to truly heal,” he explained, “three processes must be activated simultaneously. And this must continue for several months.”
I have summarised the three steps for you here in a simple way:
These three processes must be activated simultaneously to treat osteoarthritis.
1. "Transportation System" to activate:
The blood vessels around the joints must be clear so that waste products can be removed. A functioning “transport system” is the basic requirement.
2. Inflammatory processes stop:
The declining oestrogen level intensifies silent inflammation in the body – especially in bones and cartilage. As long as acute inflammation persists, it blocks healing. Chronic inflammation must therefore be stopped permanently.
3. Cartilage tissue build:
Only when transport and inflammation control are functioning properly can the joints absorb nutrients again. With highly bioavailable building blocks – such as collagen, silicon, and hyaluronic acid – it is possible to specifically strengthen cartilage cells and promote regeneration, even during menopause.
However, our healthcare system is not designed for such holistic approaches,” said Prof. Houston. “The patient is sent from the orthopaedist to the physiotherapist, receives a prescription for the pharmacy, but nobody coordinates these individual measures into a harmonious whole. Each of us only sees our part of the bigger picture.
My mind was racing… Everything I had experienced suddenly made sense.
And it explained why I had made hardly any progress with some patients – especially women in menopause – despite all the measures I took.
For years I had prescribed all these individual therapies – painkillers, injections, physiotherapy – but they regularly failed in the patient group that is particularly at risk due to the drop in hormone levels.
And now I was sitting there – with my own wife as the one affected.
I knew: I had to talk to this man.
After two years of suffering: finally, the crucial discovery
After the lecture, I waited at the exit.
As the crowd around Prof. Houston thinned out, I mustered my courage.
“Professor Houston? Dr. Webber from London. Your lecture resonated with me personally.
My wife has been suffering from knee osteoarthritis for months – right in the middle of menopause – and nothing seems to help.”
“Let me guess: Standard therapies are failing?”
“Yes, all of them,” I said, shaking my head.
“As an orthopaedic surgeon, I recommend treatments daily that I myself now doubt.”
He nodded understandingly. “You know, I was at that point myself before I began to understand osteoarthritis as a whole system – and the hormonal changes during menopause clearly demonstrate how incomplete our standard approaches are.”
This statement surprised me.
He gestured towards a quieter corner of the hall. “Do you have a few minutes?”
“As just mentioned, the fundamental problem with our therapies is the fragmented approach.”
“Imagine your joint is like a house with water damage. Conventional medicine repaints the damp walls – without finding the leak. Or it replaces the flooring while it continues to rain in.”
This sounded familiar: short-term improvement, then a relapse , often worse than before.
“And as you heard in the presentation, it is important to address the three key processes simultaneously,” he continued.
“Microcirculation, chronic inflammation, and cartilage regeneration – in exactly that order. Especially in postmenopausal women, these processes must work together, as the tissue is particularly vulnerable due to the oestrogen deficiency.”
“Let me show you what I base my findings on,” said Prof. Houston, opening his laptop.
“Take a look at this study from the School of Medicine in South Korea.”
“Here, the researchers simply wanted to improve blood flow – and the results are impressive.”
Reduced inflammation in the joint
Less joint swelling
Bone loss was reduced by over 50%, while bone formation was stimulated
“With blood thinners?” I asked.
“No, with OPC from grape seeds,” replied Prof. Houston. “Better than classic blood thinners, because:
no increased risk of bleeding,
targeted effect on inflamed areas,
and additional vascular protection, which is particularly important during menopause, as oestrogen deficiency makes the blood vessels more vulnerable.”
Professor Houston then opened a second study:
“The goal here was to regulate inflammation sustainably. The R&D Center in India found an amazing alternative to classic painkillers – without the usual risks to the liver and kidneys.”
The researchers used Boswellia serrata, also known as frankincense. Particularly interesting: in postmenopausal women, this significantly reduced inflammatory flare-ups , even though their tissue is actually more susceptible to chronic inflammation due to the drop in hormones.
“Look at the results:
Reduction of pain levels by up to 65%
Improvement in joint function by 55%
Significant reduction in the inflammatory marker
And all this after just seven days!”
“Incredible. I didn't know there were such effective alternatives.”
He then showed me a third study, which dealt with targeted cartilage regeneration.
“This is particularly crucial for women going through menopause,” he explained.
“Because the declining oestrogen levels cause bones and cartilage to lose substance more quickly.”
The study examined pure silicon from bamboo extract, and the results were impressive: postmenopausal women benefited noticeably because silicon not only strengthens the cartilage, but also stabilises the foundation of the joint – the bone.
Silicon strengthens the foundation beneath the cartilage – namely the bone.
This can noticeably slow down joint wear and tear in osteoarthritis.
Particularly effective in early stages of osteoarthritis or for prevention.
This is especially crucial during menopause: as oestrogen levels drop, the body loses bone density more quickly. This weakens the entire joint structure and accelerates wear and tear.
“High-dose, high-quality silicon can build new bone substance and actively prevent joint wear and tear,” Prof Houston explained.
He closed his laptop.
Perhaps his most important insight, however, was:
There have been many studies on individual active ingredients – and also individual treatment successes.
But very few studies had tried to systematically combine these substances, which is the key to achieving sustainable results even in menopause.
I said goodbye with a firm handshake and copies of his studies.
“I promise no miracles,” he said as he left. “But I saw patients climbing stairs again who had suffered for years – and many of them were menopausal women.”
The very next day, I searched the internet for all of Prof. Dr. Houston's recommendations regarding active ingredients.
However, it was a bit more complicated than I expected…
Since that was a lot of information so far – here's the most important information in brief:
- Standard therapies only treat symptoms – painkillers and the like provide short-term relief, but do not address the underlying causes of osteoarthritis.
- Particularly during menopause, painkillers often exacerbate the problem: while they suppress inflammation, they simultaneously accelerate hormonally induced cartilage degradation.
- Our healthcare system treats patients in isolation rather than holistically. Osteoarthritis during menopause should be understood as a systemic problem – exacerbated by hormonal deficiencies, circulatory disorders, and chronic inflammation.
- The so-called “joint detox method” works in three places simultaneously: (1) promoting microcirculation, (2) inhibiting inflammation, (3) regenerating cartilage.
- Collagen alone is not enough – especially when declining oestrogen levels impair absorption. Blood flow-enhancing and anti-inflammatory agents are needed to ensure that nutrients actually reach the joints.
- Studies show that with the right combination of OPC, AKBA (Boswellia), and bioavailable silicon, this holistic effect can be achieved – and the joints are specifically supported during menopause.
The problem: There were many different individual preparations
The quality of many products was questionable. Often the dosage was also incorrect.
I spent days researching everything. Finally, I had ordered all the active ingredients.
When the postman arrived, there was a whole stack of boxes in front of the door. I was overwhelmed.
The worst part: Marion now had to swallow 24 capsules a day! Each preparation required 4-6 capsules.
“How am I supposed to manage all of this?” she asked.
She tried it anyway. But soon the stomach pains started. The medications weren't compatible. Taking so many capsules on an empty stomach spoiled her appetite.
Despite everything, after four weeks, there was indeed an improvement and the joint pain subsided. Marion was also able to sleep better again.
“I really feel an improvement,” she said one morning at the sight of the many capsules. “But this procedure every day…”
Over time, Marion became “tired of swallowing”. Once she choked so badly that she had to cough for minutes.
I saw how she was suffering – even though the medication was actually helping.
So I continued searching for a simpler solution.
Even after Marion’s symptoms slowly improved, the topic continued to occupy my thoughts.
In the following weeks, I exchanged ideas with several colleagues – doctors, therapists, and former university friends.
Many of them already knew about Marion's case, as I had asked them for advice months ago.
An internist I know from my studies wrote to me one evening asking if I was familiar with Joint Relief Blend. Apparently, it was currently circulating in our network.
I was curious, as I had never heard of the product before.
Once home, I immediately opened my laptop and did some research.
When I looked at the ingredients, I was stunned.
These were exactly the active ingredients that Prof. Houston had recommended:
All the substances that I had previously painstakingly compiled individually: OPC, Boswellia, silicon…
And, in addition, it contained a full spectrum of joint-supporting nutrients that work directly in and around the joints.
Especially during menopause, when the declining oestrogen levels cause cartilage to break down faster and connective tissue to weaken, it was clear to me: only a precisely coordinated combination can work – individual preparations alone are not enough.
Everything was perfectly combined – and therefore many times cheaper.
Instead of around £140 for all the individual preparations, it only cost £30 for one package.
Furthermore, I discovered that the formula was based on exactly the study results that Prof. Houston had also mentioned.
And yet I was sceptical…
We had already spent too much money on co-payments for medications and alternative treatments that ultimately didn't help.
Would this product actually help, or is it just another disappointment?
What finally convinced me were the numerous positive customer reviews:
I also read that the manufacturer offered a 60-day money-back guarantee.
I assumed that no manufacturer would do that if they were not 100% behind their product.
The only thing we had to lose was to remain inactive . So I ordered a package.
Three days later it was there...
Marion didn't notice any change during the first two weeks, until I suddenly realised that…
When the product arrived, I was pleasantly surprised by the high-quality packaging and detailed instructions.
But I want to be honest… I didn't have much hope at first, as we had been disappointed so often – especially in recent years, when menopause put additional strain on Marion’s joints.
I handed it to Marion. “Only 3 capsules a day,” I explained, “instead of the 24 you were taking before.”
The capsules were easy to swallow and tasteless, which made taking them very pleasant.
However, there were no significant changes in the first week.
Marion took the capsules throughout the day.
Towards the end of the second week, I noticed that Marion was getting out of bed more quickly in the mornings. The typical stiffness that many women experience during menopause subsided.
When I asked her about it, she shrugged. “Maybe I'm just imagining it.”
But after three weeks, she surprised me:
“Would you like to go for a short walk?” she asked at dinner.
I was astonished. She hadn't made such a spontaneous suggestion for months.
The real breakthrough came after five weeks: Marion was able to halve her pain medication.
After seven weeks, she stopped taking the medication completely.
As a doctor, I was amazed. The combination of active ingredients achieved exactly what Prof. Houston had described – and helped Marion despite hormonally induced cartilage degeneration.
After three months, we went on our first bike tour together in almost two years.
A short distance – but a milestone for us.
We were so happy to finally be able to live our old lives again.
This experience not only helped Marion – it also had a lasting impact on my work as a doctor.
Today, I no longer see osteoarthritis merely as wear and tear, but as a blockage that can be overcome by the right combination of active ingredients – especially during menopause.
Marion has been taking Joint Relief Blend for six months now. The results have remained consistent.
She can play with our grandchildren again and enjoy long hikes without having to fear the next day.
However, I did make one mistake: I was too cautious.
I only ordered a one-month supply – assuming that it might end up like all the other products before.
When it finally took effect, it was unavailable for weeks. It usually takes 6-8 weeks for Joint Relief Blend to be back in stock.
Therefore, I recommend ordering the three-month pack right away.
This way, you are on the safe side and do not risk any interruption in taking the medication.
Especially during menopause, a continuous supply is crucial – an interruption throws you back to square one.
With the three-month pack you not only achieve the best results, but also save the most money.
Your purchase is completely risk-free:
If you are not 100% satisfied with Joint Relief Blend, you will receive a full refund.
This guarantee is valid for a full 60 days!
The manufacturer can only offer such a guarantee because customer satisfaction is exceptionally high.
Click below to check if Joint Relief blend is currently available – because women going through menopause often order it in bulk, and then it's sold out for weeks.
In this article, I have tried to share my new perspectives on osteoarthritis – especially with regard to menopause, which is a turning point for many women.
I hope you now have a better understanding of the connections between hormonal changes, cartilage degradation, and joint pain.
You now know how you can manage to lead a pain-free life again despite menopause – so that you can once again enjoy the life you had before your osteoarthritis disease.
Over 4,000 affected individuals - many of them women in their mid-40s and older - have already proven it, both in my practice and among my colleagues.
And even if you don't choose this path, I sincerely hope that you find your own personal way back to greater mobility and well-being.
With kind regards,
Yours sincerely,
Dr. Thomas Webber
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