The MSing Link
af Dr. Gretchen Hawley PT, DPT, MSCS
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Do you have Multiple Sclerosis and have goals of improving your mobility, energy, and motivation? On this show, you’ll learn MS-specific exercises and symptom management strategies to help you gain control over your life with MS. I also bring in other MS Experts in the healthcare industry to share their insights and advice so you’ll be armed with research-driven education. You’ll leave each episode feeling empowered and ready to take action!
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- 309. Vibration Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis: Spasticity, Balance, and How to Start Safely · 31 min. · Sæson 1Thinking about a vibration plate for MS? Maybe it's sitting in your online cart… or it's already in your living room and you're not sure how to use it. This episode is for you…
- 308. Fenebrutinib and BTK Inhibitors: The MS Treatment Everyone's Asking About · 33 min. · Sæson 1Your MRIs look stable… your neurologist says everything looks good… but your walking feels harder and fatigue hits sooner. If that sounds like your multiple sclerosis (MS), this…
- 307. MS Fatigue During the Holidays: How to Save Your Energy Before You Crash · 20 min. · Sæson 1Do 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…
- 306. MS Voice Changes Are Real: What's Happening and What You Can Do · 22 min. · Sæson 1Does 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…
- 305. Stop Guessing: What MS Exercises Actually Help · 22 min. · Sæson 1In 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…
- 304. Electrical Stimulation for MS: Can It Help Foot Drop and Walking? with Mandy Jacques · 39 min. · Sæson 1I'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…
- 303. The 7 Types of Rest Every Person With MS Should Know About · 20 min. · Sæson 1If 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…
- 302. Is Your MRI Telling the Full Story? A New Way to Measure MS Disease Activity · 37 min. · Sæson 1If 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…
- 301. How to Choose the Right Mobility Aid for MS (Cane, Walker, Rollator & More) · 17 min. · Sæson 1If 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…
- 300. 300th Episode: Progress Is Possible With MS: Real Stories of Walking, Balance, and Strength · 27 min. · Sæson 1300 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…
- 299. MS & Vibration Plates: Benefits, Risks, and How to Use Them Safely with Debby Pelletier · 49 min. · Sæson 1If 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…
- 298. Why You Feel Like a Different Person in the Summer With MS · 21 min. · Sæson 1If 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…
- 297. MS and Pregnancy: What Current Research Says About Medications, Breastfeeding & Safety · 39 min. · Sæson 1If 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…
- 296. Why Planning Ahead Can Make Life With MS Feel Easier · 21 min. · Sæson 1If 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…
- 295. MS & Menopause: Are Your Symptoms Changing…or Are Your Hormones? | Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl · 45 min. · Sæson 1If 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…
- 294. Why Your Core Is More Important Than You Think (Especially With MS) · 46 min. · Sæson 1If 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…
- 293. Your MS Routine Might Not Be Working Anymore (Here's Why) · 15 min. · Sæson 1In 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…
- 292. MS Mindset Shifts with Damian Washington · 52 min. · Sæson 1Okay, 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…
- 291. You're Stronger Than You Think: Dr. Gretchen's Birth Story · 22 min. · Sæson 1I'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…
- 290. From Me to You: Pep Talk · 16 min. · Sæson 1If 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…
- 289. Clonus with MS: Why It Happens + How to Calm It Down · 21 min. · Sæson 1If 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…
- 288. Why Your Movement Isn’t Improving (And What to Do Instead) · 18 min. · Sæson 1Ever 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…
- 287. Let’s Talk About MS Spasticity: Causes, Triggers, and Support · 39 min. · Sæson 1In 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…
- 286. Foot Drop Explained · 20 min. · Sæson 1If 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…
- 285. How to Activate Neuroplasticity With MS · 29 min. · Sæson 1In 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…
- 284. What Is Neuroplasticity (And Why It Matters in MS) · 16 min. · Sæson 1What 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…
- 283. What People with MS Wish You Knew · 25 min. · Sæson 1In 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…
- 282. Balance Exercises for MS: 5 Moves for Real-Life Stability · 21 min. · Sæson 1In this episode, I’m sharing my top five evidence-based balance exercises for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). If you’ve ever felt frustrated by doing balance exercises that…
- 281. The Science of Nervous System Regulation with Gina Coil · 39 min. · Sæson 1In this episode, I'm diving deep into nervous system regulation with Gina Coil, the creator of NeuroScenes, guided audio experiences designed to help you calm your nervous…
- 280. BioNess, Red Light, Vibration Plates: Honest MS Reviews · 37 min. · Sæson 1In this episode, I’m diving into a product review of five popular tools and devices commonly mentioned for managing multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms—vibration plates, Bioness…
- 279. MS Balance Tips for Real Life · 23 min. · Sæson 1In this episode, I’m tackling a topic that frustrates so many of us living with multiple sclerosis (MS): balance training! As an MS-specialized physical therapist and founder of…
- 278. What New Symptoms Really Mean in MS Rehab · 26 min. · Sæson 1In this episode of The MSing Link Podcast, I share a personal story about falling down the stairs while seven months pregnant, and how my experience relates closely to what so…
- 277. Your MS Questions Answered: Walking, Hip Weakness & Leg Pain · 58 min. · Sæson 1In this episode, I’m thrilled to give you a special sneak peek inside The MSing Link with a Q&A session pulled directly from our exclusive member calls! You’ll hear real…
- 276. Neuroplasticity for Mindset: How to Respond Differently When Life Feels Hard with Kelsea Koenreich · 46 min. · Sæson 1In this episode, I’m thrilled to interview my business coach, Kelsea Koenreich, who specializes in neuroplasticity for mindset. Together, we explore how to rewire your brain to…
- 275. How to Climb Stairs with MS: Exercises to Make You Stronger with Stairs · 19 min. · Sæson 1In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the most common mobility challenges my clients with multiple sclerosis face: stair climbing. As a physical therapist specializing in MS…
- 274. Fake MS Cures on Social Media: How to Tell What’s Real vs. AI Hype · 31 min. · Sæson 1In this episode of The MSing Link Podcast, I tackle the important topic of fake MS cures circulating on social media and give you practical strategies to spot what’s real versus…
- 273. Ankle Braces vs AFOs for MS: What’s the Difference? · 42 min. · Sæson 1In this episode of The MSing Link Podcast, I dive deep into everything you need to know about AFOs (ankle foot orthoses) and ankle braces for multiple sclerosis (MS). As a…
- 272. Walking Outside with MS: What Makes It Hard—and What Helps · 27 min. · Sæson 1In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the most common questions I hear as an MS specialist: “Why can I walk better indoors than outdoors when I have multiple sclerosis?” If…
- 271. Toe Exercises for MS: Improve Balance, Foot Drop & Walking · 19 min. · Sæson 1In this episode of The MSing Link Podcast, I’m diving into the surprising importance of toe movement for people living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Discover why toe mobility…
- 270. Does MS Affect Brain Aging? What the Research Shows with Dr. Kelly Rich · 43 min. · Sæson 1In this episode of The MSing Link Podcast, I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Kelly Rich, neuroscientist at Harvard Medical School, for a deep dive into how multiple sclerosis (MS)…
- 269. MS Progress Tests You Can Do at Home: Walking, Strength & Balance · 32 min. · Sæson 1In this episode I dive into the most effective objective functional outcome measures for MS—the same gold standard tests used in physical therapy and neurology clinics to track…
- 268. How to Track MS Symptoms at Home: 2 Self-Assessment Questionnaires · 31 min. · Sæson 1In this episode, I’m sharing how to track your multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms at home using two research-backed self-assessment questionnaires: the Modified Fatigue Impact…
- 267. Kinesiology Tape for MS: How It Works for Spasticity, Balance & Movement with Dr. Steve Capobianco · 55 min. · Sæson 1In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Steve Capobianco, chiropractor and co-founder of RockTape, to dive into the benefits of kinesiology tape for people living with multiple…
- 266. Knee Bending Exercises for MS: Strengthen Hamstrings & Release Tightness · 28 min. · Sæson 1In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most common mobility challenges for people with multiple sclerosis—difficulty bending the knee. As a physical therapist specializing…
- 265. Managing MS Symptoms with Diet and Lifestyle Changes with Vickie Hadge · 38 min. · Sæson 1In this episode of The MSing Link Podcast, I’m thrilled to sit down with Vickie Hadge to talk about practical ways to manage multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms through…
- 264. Celebrating OUR Wins: The MSing Link Reached 33 Countries in 2025! · 32 min. · Sæson 1In this special episode of The MSing Link Podcast, I’m celebrating major wins from our community—including reaching listeners in 57 countries and welcoming MSing Link members…
- 263. Health Coaching for MS: Research Shows 85% Feel More Confident Managing Their Symptoms · 45 min. · Sæson 1In this episode, I’m joined by nationally board-certified health and wellness coach Amy Behimer to explore how health coaching can empower people with multiple sclerosis (MS) to…
- 262. Staying Consistent with MS: Two Tips To Keep You Motivated in 2026 · 22 min. · Sæson 1In this special solo episode, I’m sharing my top strategies to help you start the new year strong and stay consistent with your MS goals! As a physical therapist specializing in…
- 261. MS and Fertility: How Hormones, Stress, and Gut Health Affect Your Ability to Conceive · 45 min. · Sæson 1In this episode, I’m thrilled to sit down with Dr. Jenny McMullen, a holistic chiropractor and owner of The Wellness Way in Mount Pleasant, WI to dive into a topic so many in our…
- 260. MS Holiday Gift Guide 2025: Gifts to Boost Comfort, Independence, and Well-Being for People with MS · 31 min. · Sæson 1In this episode, I’m sharing my 2025 MS Holiday Gift Guide—your go-to resource for finding thoughtful, practical, and fun gifts to support life with multiple sclerosis! I…
