The MSing Link

Do the holidays leave you paying for it with MS fatigue for days afterward? You're not alone in this. In this episode, I'm breaking down why the holiday season can be a perfect storm for fatigue in people with multiple sclerosis (MS)... and sharing my 4-step plan to help you budget your energy, plan your recovery, and avoid the post-holiday crash. Last year, I said yes to all the things. Family ev...

Does MS make your voice sound shaky, hoarse, or quieter than it used to? You're not imagining it… and you're not alone. In this solo episode, I'm answering a listener's question about voice changes with multiple sclerosis (MS). It's not one of the most common MS symptoms, which is exactly why it can feel so isolating. But it's real, and there are things you can do about it. Here's what we cover 🔑...

In this solo episode, I'm answering one of the most common questions I hear from MSing Link members and people living with multiple sclerosis (MS): "What exercises should I do if my goal is ___?" Whether you want to walk up slopes, climb stairs with more strength, turn without losing your balance, or stand up from the couch without plopping, I'm sharing the two-step thought process I use as an MS-...

I'm so excited to welcome Dr. Mandy Jacques, PT, DPT, MSCS , a physical therapist and Multiple Sclerosis Certified Specialist, for an in-depth conversation about electrical stimulation (e-stim) for multiple sclerosis (MS) . We talk about the Neubie device from NeuFit, how it's used, and how it fits into a real-life exercise routine. Here's what we cover 🔑: → What is electrical stimulation for MS?...

If multiple sclerosis (MS) fatigue has you sleeping eight hours and still waking up empty… this episode is for you. In this episode, I'm sharing my own recent experience with unexpected rest (the kind you don't plan for) and why understanding the seven types of rest changes how you manage MS fatigue. Not in a "just take a nap" way, in a "here's what's actually draining you and here's what refills...

If you've ever walked out of an MRI appointment still wondering what's actually happening inside your body right now… this episode is for you. In this episode, I'm joined by Jennifer Chester, a neurology nurse practitioner who works with Octave Bioscience, to talk about a blood test (available in the US) built specifically for multiple sclerosis (MS). Not a diagnostic test, and not a replacement f...

If walking is taking more out of you than it used to… this episode is for you. In this solo episode, I'm walking you through how to choose the right mobility aid when you have multiple sclerosis (MS). Canes, trekking poles, walkers, rollators, and wheelchairs. This isn't a ranked list of products. It's my top strategy for figuring out what your body actually needs, so you're not spending money on...

300 episodes ago, I hit record for the first time and hoped a handful of people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) would find something useful in it. Now there are people in 27 countries doing these exercises. Some of you have been here since episode 1. Some of you found us last week, three days after diagnosis, at 2am, looking for anything that made sense. This one is for you. I'm not teaching a...

If MS has your legs feeling tight, heavy, or slow to respond… this episode is for you. In this episode, I'm joined by vibration therapy expert Debbie Pelletier to answer the questions I get asked most about vibration plates and multiple sclerosis (MS). Not in a "here's a fancy piece of equipment" way. In a "here's what's actually happening in your body, here's how to use it, and here's what to che...

If MS symptoms feel heavier in the summer… or after a hot shower, a walk in the sun, or a workout that didn't used to wipe you out, this episode is for you. In this episode, I'm walking you through heat sensitivity and heat intolerance in multiple sclerosis (MS). Why heat can make fatigue, brain fog, spasticity, and walking difficulties ramp up, what's actually happening inside your nerves when it...

 If you're living with MS and wondering whether pregnancy is still on the table for you… this episode is for you. Maybe you just saw two lines on a test and your first thought wasn't joy, it was "what do I do about my medication?" Maybe you're a year out from trying and you want to plan this right. Either way, you deserve real answers, not a shrug. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Christina...

If planning a simple outing with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) feels like juggling way more variables than it used to... this episode is for you. This one's personal. I'm sharing a bit of a reality check from my own life, and walking you through the practical strategies I use (and teach) for planning ahead with MS, so you can move through your day, your week, and even the holidays, with more independenc...

  If you're a woman with multiple sclerosis (MS) and you've noticed your fatigue, brain fog, or word-finding trouble getting worse in your 40s or 50s… you're not imagining it. And you're not alone in this. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl, a leading MS neurologist and menopause researcher from UCLA, to talk about something the MS community rarely hears explained clearly: wh...

If MS has left you feeling like your body is folding forward… this episode is for you. In this episode, I'm walking you through the connection between posture, core strength, and daily function for people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Not in a textbook way, in a "here's what's actually happening in your body and here's what to do about it" way. Here's what we cover 🔑: Does your core matter? Your...

In this solo episode, I'm sharing a lightbulb moment I had recently... one that made me realize how easy it is to slip into autopilot with our routines when we're living with multiple sclerosis. You know the feeling. You're doing the same 10 exercises you've done for the last two years. Same stretches. Same breakfast. Same everything. Not because it's what your body needs right now, but because it...

Okay, I've been looking forward to sharing this one with you. In this episode, I'm chatting with Damian Washington about something I know so many of you wrestle with... how do you stay motivated when you're working toward goals with multiple sclerosis (MS) and the progress feels slow, or a setback knocks you back a few steps? Damian and I get into the good stuff. We talk about the power of repetit...

I'm back, and this is my first episode recording since going on maternity leave and welcoming my second daughter into the world. So many of you in The MSing Link and on social media have been asking about my birth story, and I wanted to share part of it with you. But this episode is about so much more than childbirth. It's about realizing how strong you already are… even if you've forgotten it. Es...

If you're someone with MS who knows exercise matters but can't seem to stay consistent… this episode is your pep talk. We've all been there. You start the week with the best intentions, then by Wednesday the negative self-talk creeps in: "I'm too tired." "It's not working." "What's the point?" Sound familiar? Here's the thing, exercise is one of the most powerful tools we have for improving mobili...

If you've ever been sitting on the couch, just minding your business, and suddenly your leg starts bouncing like it has a mind of its own… you're not imagining it. That's clonus. And it's one of the most misunderstood symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS). In this episode of The MSing Link Podcast, I'm walking you through everything you need to know about clonus with MS… what it actually is, why it...

Ever feel like you're getting stronger… but your walking, your balance, your daily movement just isn't catching up? You're not imagining it. And you're definitely not alone. In this episode, I'm breaking down one of the most common frustrations I hear from people with multiple sclerosis (MS): you're putting in the work — biking, lifting, going to physical therapy — but it's not translating to the...

In this solo episode, I'm getting into one of the most common (and most misunderstood) multiple sclerosis symptoms… MS spasticity. If your legs feel heavy, your muscles lock up, or you've been told it's "just tightness"… this one is for you. I'll walk you through what spasticity actually is, what's happening in your body when it shows up, and why it can have such a big impact on your daily life an...

If MS has ever made your toe catch on the carpet, or you've felt that frustrating slap of your foot hitting the floor before you meant it to… this episode is for you. I'm walking you through what foot drop actually is, why it happens with multiple sclerosis (MS), and how it shows up in your walking and your fall risk. As an MS-specialized physical therapist, I'm breaking down the most common cause...

  In this episode, I'm continuing the conversation on neuroplasticity. Or, the way I like to explain it, the wifi connection between your brain and your muscles. Here's the thing: your brain can keep adapting and building new pathways, even if you've been living with MS for years. That's not wishful thinking. That's real, and it's research-backed. We'll talk through: What neuroplasticity actu...

What if the key to walking better, feeling stronger, and moving with more confidence isn't just in your muscles… but in your brain? In this episode, I'm diving into one of my favorite topics as a Multiple Sclerosis Certified Specialist and physical therapist: neuroplasticity and what it really means for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). If you've ever wondered why generic exercise programs have...

In honor of Mother's Day, I'm sharing something I've been sitting with for a while… the real, honest answers to the question, "What do you wish the people in your life understood about living with MS?" I asked. The MSing Link community answered. And what they shared is something every mom, daughter, sister, and friend with MS deserves to have heard out loud. We're talking about the fatigue that do...