The MSing Link

As I am recording this, it is very hot outside. I feel like this is the second heat wave that we've had this summer, and it's got me thinking. So often, neurologists and other healthcare providers talk a lot about heat sensitivity and Uhthoff's phenomenon , is heat intolerance, but other thermoregulation dysfunctions are not talked about as often. And that's what we're going to talk...

Today, I'm  going to be talking about adaptive equipment t hat you can use in your daily life that can help you with your MS. And what that might mean is that it's a tool or a product that can help improve your walking or it can help improve your energy or just the way your muscles work, reducing the spasticity.   Elevate 360 / Dictis band Foot Up Brace Kizik Shoes   - code: DOCTORG...

Today, I am interviewing Amy Thompson. Amy was diagnosed with MS in 2018 and felt there was little representation and a lack of support specifically for young adults living with MS. On today's episode, we talk about her diagnosis, how MS Together came about, and what MS Together offers. Amy is a charity founder and CEO, winner of a National Diversity Award, a freelance content creator an...

I have been receiving the question of what exercises can I do if I am in a wheelchair? And I've also been receiving questions like, "What exercises can I do if I'm sitting all day?" w hether that's on the couch, or if you're at work, or if you're in bed. And I really wanted to create a podcast episode about this because so often when we sit the majority of our day. There's actually a lot of e...

One question that I've been getting a lot over the last six months to a year has been what type of stretching is best. And before we even get to what's best, and that question alone is really dependent on what your specific situation is, it's really important to understand the different types of stretching.  So that's what we're going to talk about today.     Additional Resources :...

Thank you so much for tuning in today. I have a special guest with me, Adria Thompson. Adria is a speech and language pathologist acclaimed for her work in dementia care. On today's episode, we talk about memory and cognitive changes in multiple sclerosis and tips on how you can improve your brain health. Adria Thompson is a speech-language pathologist acclaimed for her work in dementia care....

We are going to get a little science nerdy today because we're going to be talking about a topic that is is still in clinical trial. There is not yet anything that has been released or launched specifically to help with this condition that we're about to talk about, but it's a really exciting area of research! So, we are going to dive into what remyelination is and why that's important in the...

We have a repeat guest today, one of my favorites, Dr. Joshua Katz. He is the director of the Elliot Lewis Center and a nationally recognized expert in MS, NMO, MOG associated disease and transverse myelitis. I've worked alongside Dr.  Katz for many years and have many mutual patients. On today's episode, Dr. Katz and I talk all about clinical trials. He shares how to know what clinical...

This is a very special episode because it is my first time recording a podcast episode since returning from maternity leave. And I've been thinking long and hard about what I wanted this podcast episode to be about. And since I had my baby back on March 11th, 2024, I've had a lot of people ask me questions about the birth story. And I do have a few notes about. MS in here as well! A...

  This is the 3rd time Dr. Kim Bretz, ND has been on the podcast since she always has new information on complex topics surrounding gut health. Dr. Kim Bretz is a practicing naturopathic doctor with a focus on gut health for over 20 years. Her main area of focus is the microbiota and gastrointestinal health. On this episode, we talk about how neuroplasticity plays a role in gut disorders...

I have a very special guest that is talking to us today. And the reason that she is so special is because this is an area of expertise that we have never delved into on the MSing Link podcast! So, I'm really excited for you guys to learn from her. I'm going to be talking with Dr.  Rachel Wolfe. She is a chiropractor focused on finding the root cause of disease or dysfunction for anyone strugg...

This is an episode where I wanted to share a conversation that I just had with someone who has multiple sclerosis about a week or so ago. And this conversation was just so eye opening and really stopped me in my tracks and made me think about something, this phrase that I have been telling people for about 10 years. And essentially it all boils down to the comparison game. Additional Resource...

Mathew Embry is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and advocate for patients with multiple sclerosis. Mathew Embry was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1995 and his documentary Living Proof is an autobiographical story demonstrating why more than 25 years after his diagnosis he is symptom free and living an incredible life. He’s now releasing his 2nd documentary within the next 6 months or...

Not too long ago, I asked my Instagram followers what they wanted a podcast episode on.  And one topic that was repeated by multiple people was spasticity. But not only that, the difference between spasticity vs. muscle tightness. And there were also some people who wanted to learn about muscle spasms.  So I'm going to throw that in here as well! Let's dive in! Mentioned Resources in thi...

 Today, I have the honor of interviewing Dr. Gabriel Pardo. He is a physician and a scientist that aims to provide comprehensive care to individuals with MS through a multidisciplinary approach. On today's episode, we talk about smoldering MS, new terminology that explains worsening of function without changes on an MRI, aging out of disease modifying therapies and the effects of BT...

Today, I want to share a conversation with you that I had about a year ago. It was with someone on social media, after I had shared something in my Instagram stories. Someone with MS commented her thoughts on what I shared a nd it was something that really stuck with me.  Since it hit home with me I wanted to share this with you!  I want everyone to hear it because I know that there are...

Today, I want to talk about pain, and the reason I want to talk about pain is because two thirds of people with multiple sclerosis will have some level of pain at some point in their MS journey. And so I really wanted to break down what MS pain is like, what it's caused from, and how it's different from orthopedic pain.  And we're also going to touch a bit on some treatment options! Additiona...

Thank you so much for tuning in today. I am interviewing a guest that we have previously had on The MSing Link podcast because she has such a powerful story, but also has something new up her sleeve that I just think the whole world should know about. I'm interviewing Julie Stamm. On today's episode, we talk about her book that normalizes differing abilities and amplifies how each of us can t...

One question that I am asked frequently is, "What can someone expect physically, mentally, and emotionally after going through any of my programs or courses like The Missing Link?"  So, instead of hearing it from me I wanted you to hear from one of my more recent clients that I have had the honor of working one on one with. We were actually only working together for just three month...

Thank you so much for tuning in today. I am interviewing Dr. Barry Singer. This is his second time on our podcast and I'm so excited to have him share his expertise with us.  On today's episode, we talk about early symptoms of multiple sclerosis.  The kind of early that happens before you're even diagnosed. And we also talk about MS diagnosis and care.  Dr. Barry Singer is the...

Today we are going to be talking about knee locking, which can also be called knee hyperextension. we're going to take this topic and talk about all of the nitty gritty details, including things like why is this occurring in the first place, what exercises you can do for it, and are there any tools that can help. Additional Resources : https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to...

I have a very special guest with me, Tyler Susco. Tyler invented a shoe that was designed to help people who trip when they're walking, reduce their tripping or even avoid it, and increase their walking speed. His background is in mechanical engineering, robotics, and neurotherapy, and he's applied his knowledge and expertise into this shoe. On today's episode, we talk about how these shoes are di...

Thank you for tuning in today! I am going to be reviewing how to prepare for your physical therapy visit. And the reason this is so important is because being prepared can truly make or break your experience with physical therapy. The more knowledge you come with and the more you know what to expect, the better your treatment plan will be!    Additional Resources : https://www.doctorgret...

I have  a repeat guest on our podcast  today, Garrett Salpeter!  On today's  episode, we talk about new research on the newbie device that was  specifically performed in people with multiple sclerosis.  So we'll get an idea on how effective it is and benefits for those  with MS.   The MSing Link Episode 41 with Garrett Salpeter:  https://www.doctorgretc...

This topic that we're going to discuss is all about finding something that works for you to relieve some stress that you might be feeling. And If you have MS, please know that you likely might be in a state of constant stress, even if it's not high stress, it might be so low that you don't recognize it, but simply because your body is fighting a disease. So having a strategy to implement cons...