The MSing Link

 Join me today as I sit down with the founder and CEO of byACRE! We chat about the details of the design process, and all the considerations taken into account when creating their ergonomic rollators, and so much MORE!  Anders Berggreen is the founder and CEO of byACRE; A Danish company who designs and produces stylish, functional rollators. He founded the company in 2017 with a mission...

On today’s episode, I’m interviewing Dr. Barry Singer - He is an MS Neurologist as well as director and founder of the MS Center for Innovations in Care at Missouri Baptist Medical Center. He’s very well known as being a top neurologist that stays up to date on research & newest medications and therapies. He has been an investigator in greater than 35 multiple sclerosis trials focused on new t...

Before sitting down to record this episode, I asked The MSing Link members as well as those in my public MS support Facebook page what topic they would like to hear more about. And there was a resounding response to know more about spasticity! So, join me today as I share with you what it is exactly, different techniques you can do at home to reduce it, and different ways your neurologist may appr...

I’m joined by Kurtis Kracke, the co-founder and CEO of Thermapparel. They’re a cooling company that’s been helping keep people with MS cool for 5 years. Today, we chat about what sets Thermapparel apart from other cooling brands, the technology behind the cooling packs, sizing, all the considerations taken when creating this vest, and more! If you have heat intolerance, or even just feel like summ...

 A lot of things come alongside a diagnosis of MS, but typically the emotion of grief and the trait of resilience are not the things in the forefront of your mind. But, they are two very important topics. Today, I chat with Dr. Rosalind Kalb about how to acknowledge and maintain resilience in the face of MS. And also about how it is important to allow yourself the feeling of grief in certain...

Bad habits are something that we all can acquire in areas of our lives, and most of the time we are aware of their existence. But, this particular bad habit I'm going to chat with you about today, may be one that you don't even realize you have! However, no need to worry! Tune in to hear what this habit is, and my best 3 tips to help you kick that habit to the curb!   Additional Resources : h...

I am a firm believer that if one MS'er has a question, chances are high that a lot of other MS'ers have the same question, but haven't had the opportunity to ask. Today, I am joined by The MSing Link member, Charissa for a Q&A session! We chat about cold intolerance, MS-specific therapy vs. orthopedic PT, and more!    Additional Resources : https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/inside...

On today’s show, I’m interviewing Ardra Shephard! Ardra is the blogger behind the award winning Tripping On Air and the host of AMI-tv's Fashion Dis .  Arda had the opportunity to participate in the PoNS clinical trial in Canada. PoNS = Portable Neuromodulation Stimulator.  On today’s episode, she shares what the trial was like, what benefits she’s observed (and continued to see) &a...

Today, I'm going to be answering a few of the most common questions I receive in regard to exercising while  having an MS relapse, progression, or pseudo flare! Be sure to tune in so that you can be best equipped with the do's & don'ts, and hopefully this will help give you some peace of mind the next time you encounter this situation!    Additional Resources : https://www.docto...

Dr. Brandon Beaber is a board-certified neurologist with subspecialty training in multiple sclerosis and other immunological diseases of the nervous system and spasticity.   He is also the author of "resilience in the face of multiple sclerosis" (free to anyone who wants it;  just ask him on twitter)!   Medical school: Drexel University college of medicine. Residency:  Los Ange...

​Join me for today's episode as I sit down and chat with Dr. Rae Smith, a chiropractor here in WNY! During this episode we chat about the many different ways a chiropractor can benefit those with MS (and others); aside from just the typical "cracking bones" that pops into your head when you hear the word chiropractor. Some of the information may actually surprise you!  Dr. Rae Smith graduated...

Consistency. It's a word that is discussed pretty frequently. Whether it is in reference to a workout routine, nutritional goals, professional goals, how to achieve it, how to maintain it...the list goes on. But today, I want to share with you two tips that have completely  reframed my view on what consistency actually it is, and how it can actually be easy to maintain!    Additiona...

Join me today for an exciting episode with guest Dr. Terry Wahls! Not only does she have an amazingly inspirational, personal journey with MS, but she has also created the extremely well known Wahls Protocol diet to help others among her many other professional accomplishments in the MS field. In this episode we chat about her journey, guidelines she uses for nutrition & exercise, some of her...

MS can seem like such an isolating disease, and at times it can feel like progress is not going to happen. But, that is why I wanted to sit down with Howard S. today. His story is relatable, and proof that progress is actually possible! I hope that hearing Howard's story will give you sense of community, and positivity no matter your situation.    Additional Resources : https://www.docto...

 You have goals...and maybe you even have exercises you are using, but are you using the correct exercises for those goals? Tune in to hear the 5 basic categories of exercises so that you are able to better assess what needs to be occurring for those goals to be achieved!    Additional Resources : https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me :  hello@doctorgretc...

Who doesn't want more joy in their lives? With a disease such as Multiple Sclerosis, or any disability really, it can be hard to keep a mindset of joy rather than thinking of the stigmas that can be associated with the disease. Jenn Powell has some amazing view points, and tips to help with just that!  Jennifer is the Director of Community Engagement for BioNews (Multiple Sclerosis News ...

Dr Michelle Ni Raghallaigh is an NHS-trained insomnia specialist and cognitive neuroscientist. Michelle helps individuals who are suffering with insomnia using the evidence-based approach Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI) . This is the ‘gold standard’ treatment for insomnia which uses a range of strategies to improve sleep quality and is known to be extremely effective for individu...

Tuning into your symptoms, and knowing the differences between a flared symptom or an orthopedic condition can truly make a difference! Not only can it help you feel a bit more in control of your MS, but it will also help relieve the pain or discomfort of an orthopedic condition faster than if you believe it is due to your MS. In this episode I share 4 different things to help identify the differe...

Distinguishing the difference between a true flare or relapse vs. a pseudo flare or relapse can be challenging at the best of times. Today, I sit down with Dr. Michael Kornberg to discuss what he, as a neurologist, looks out for in determining the difference between the two. We also discuss holistic approaches to treatment, medications, and the future of MS treatments. This episode is chock full o...

 What are "core values" & how can they help us in our day to day lives? This is a question that today's guest, Edie, knows well! Through Edie's love of learning she uncovered not only how knowing her core values can help improve & empower her life, but also how to help others learn their's as well. Tune in to hear Edie's best tips & resources so that you can start thriving! Edie S...

If you have ever wondered what sort of programs I offer, or what type of client is best suited for what I offer this episode will give you all the details! Tune in as I describe the 4 different programs available to help you regain a sense of control over your MS.    Additional Resources : https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me :  hello@doctorgretchenhawley.com...

Join me as I sit down with guest Cheryl Crow to chat about ways to reduce fatigue, amazing mindset tips, and "work arounds". Rheumatoid arthritis is actually similar to MS in the way that fatigue can affect your day to day life, so Cheryl really has not only learned these tools/techniques, but has also implemented them into her own life as well. Cheryl Crow is an occupational therapist who’s lived...

 Join me this week as I sit down and chat with The MSing Link member, Bree! Bree has been a member of The MSing Link for just over a few months, and has been such an inspiration not only to the other members of the program, but an inspiration to myself as well. Her journey from being diagnosed a little over 20 years ago to present is one that is relatable to many, and her enthusiasm is so con...

Let's face it, everyone has a tendency to want to skip out on the thing that is challenging, or hard for them to do. I myself am no exception to this. However, today I want to talk about the reason why it is so important  to still do the task/movement even though it is the hardest. Be sure to tune in! I promise it's not as harsh as the phrase "tough love" can be at times.   Additional Re...

ALYSON STONER (she/they) Author of Mind Body Pride and Mind Body Movement Co-Founder & CEO of Movement Genius Co-Developer Body Language and REconnection   Alyson Stoner is a multi-hyphenate artist, published author, global speaker, and  founder of Movement Genius. Alyson has presented and led programming for the United Nations, World Economic Forum, World Health Organization, Al Gor...