A lot of the press study touts “Exercise therapy is one of the most promising treatment strategies in MS rehabilitation.” Since being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1985, it is good to see this turn-around on the topic of exercise and MS. We have come a long way from being told by neurologists to take […]
For decades I have found people who work shifts respond very differently to my treatment plans – in fact, I have consistently found them the most difficult to treat. I did not, however, know that the disrupted circadian rhythms put shift workers at greater risk of multiple sclerosis. In a way, it was no surprise […]
While the Internet has made “binge watching” a fairly common past time, it definitely comes with it’s consequences! At the top of the list is the impact of watching for 2+hours on sleep. SLEEP. The most important aspect of healing! It also takes a mental/emotional toll. It is a HUGE distraction and addiction! Now, wanting […]
Ouch! Have you ever noticed that by the end of the day your feet ache – or are even down right painful? Or is foot pain something you deal with on a daily basis? MS foot pain can be muscular in nature, it can be the result of spasm or it can just be nerve […]
Hot enough for you? Staying cool is one thing (see previous post), but staying hydrated is quite another. While there are tons of psychedelically coloured electrolyte drinks out there, the easiest way to avoid nasty colours and ingredients is to make your own. Here is a simple, yummy recipe to whip up at home: 4 […]