Women Physicians Day 2026: Prioritizing Whole-Person Care for Women With Movement Disorders

The field of women’s health recognizes that sex-based differences can influence various aspects of neurological conditions. In a prior review, researchers identified notable differences between women and men with of movement disorders in prevalence, genetics, clinical presentation, disease course, and treatment response. Additional research has shown that women’s life events and medications commonly used by women can have meaningful implications for disease management. Thus, incorporating sex-specific information may enhance individualized care and provide insights into underlying neurobiological mechanisms.^1,2