Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and Alzheimer’s disease are 3 prevalent neurodegenerative diseases. Beyond disparate disease incidences between men and women, additional sex-related differences exist. Disease presentation, natural course, treatment considerations,…
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has given rise to long COVID, a prolonged manifestation of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection, which presents with varied symptoms and conditions…
Adolescent females with disabilities face unique challenges relating to sexual health and education. In this article, we will explore the important concepts and special considerations for adolescent females with disabilities…
Osteoporosis is the most common metabolic bone disease across the world resulting from compromised bone microstructure and decreased bone mineral density. It primarily impacts postmenopausal women over 50 years placing…
Pelvic pain is a complex diagnosis that can be related to numerous etiologies across several specialties. This chapter aims to explore diagnosis and management of common neuromusculoskeletal causes of pelvic…
Chronic pelvic pain is a complex diagnosis that has a significant impact on quality of life and function in women of all ages. Symptoms often span across numerous organ systems…
There is well-established epidemiologic evidence demonstrating variance in the pain disorders affecting women compared with men, although limited conclusive evidence exists regarding the pathophysiologic mechanisms to account for this difference….
This article discussed the anatomic, physiologic, hormonal, and psychosocial factors unique to the female athelte that can affect a female athlete’s injury risk and rehabilitation trajectory. A review of considerations…
As the prevalence of female cancer survivors increases, their quality of life (QOL) and function have become key areas of focus in the context of survivorship and rehabilitation needs. Although…
Although men are more commonly affected than women with spinal cord injuries (SCIs), women comprise a growing portion of the population of individuals with SCIs. Guidelines for primary care and…
