Can low testosterone cause joint pain?
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 06, 2025 · 13 min read
Low testosterone can contribute to joint pain by increasing chronic inflammation and weakening the muscle, bone, and cartilage support that stabilizes joints, and studies have linked low levels to about double the risk of developing osteoarthritis. If aching knees or stiff shoulders come with fatigue, lower libido, or shrinking strength, it’s worth seeing how hormones ...