Making KLM Menopause-Proof – getting to grips with the menopause Individual treatment for menopausal symptoms at FIT@WORK4WOMEN

All women face some menopausal symptoms, sooner or later. This period of transition, which usually occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, is often accompanied by physical and psychological complaints that affect women's everyday (working) lives. These may  include hot flushes, menstrual complaints, problems with sleeping and mood swings. Less familiar complaints, such as fatigue, concentration loss, feelings of insecurity and strain injuries, may also have a major impact on your day-to-day performance. But what can women do to alleviate these symptoms? How can you stay in balance? How do you maintain your fitness and vitality?

Your KLM company doctor will refer you to the Curilion expertise centre, where you will receive personal care from a gynaecologist, who will offer you practical tips and whatever therapy you need to restore and maintain your fitness and vitality levels.

For whom?
This workshop was specially developed for women working at KLM and KLM Cityhopper, who would like to understand the menopause better.

Personal care programme
The care programme lasts a maximum of sixteen weeks and includes four individual consultations with a gynaecologist.

It all begins with a one-hour intake session, during which you discuss your medical history and any menopausal symptoms you may have. This is followed by a physical examination. You then discuss the results with the gynaecologist and develop a personal care plan together. This includes age-appropriate advice on nutrition, relaxation and exercise, as well as any medication suitable for your symptoms. If necessary, the gynaecologist will refer you to a pelvic health physiotherapist, a nutritionist, or a psychologist for additional care.

After six to twelve weeks, there will be a follow-up consultation, where you will discuss your personal care programme. The programme can be adjusted at this point, if necessary.

After a maximum of sixteen weeks, the programme is rounded off with a final consultation, where you discuss the effects of the treatment. The gynaecologist agrees a programme with you, so that you can carry on doing whatever is necessary to maintain your fitness and vitality.

What are the benefits?

• You regain fitness and alleviate menopause-related symptoms;
• You have more energy, better focus and greater self-confidence;
• You regain and improve general physical fitness and have greater faith in your body.

How?
If you recognise any of these symptoms or are struggling with the menopause, why not start by attending one of the workshops Curilion has developed for KLM staff:

The KLM Menopause-Proof Workshop "Getting to grips with menopause”.

If you subsequently decide you would like more (medical) guidance or care, please consult your company doctor at KLM Health Services. To make an appointment, call: 020 649 1415.

On the approval of the company doctor and your manager, you will be offered a consultation with one of the gynaecologists at Curilion. KLM will cover these costs.

Please note: You must obtain permission from your manager, before KLM can cover the costs of treatment. Your privacy is ensured and the type of treatment you receive will not be disclosed to KLM.