Stress😬 & Worsening Symptoms

Hey there!

It's not much of a secret at this point that stress can exacerbate symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis, BUT I had no idea just how easily our cortisol levels can rise! I was shocked when I interviewed Matt Rowe for The MSing Link podcast and he ran me through an exercise that shows just how easily our nervous systems can get worked up! 

Thankfully, he also had a massive amount of insight on how we can use our own mindset to create calm! Better still, not only does he understand just how important this is from a basic point of view, but he also lives with multiple sclerosis and has experienced a great impact on his symptoms as well.

Matt Rowe,  is the Author of Belief to Heal, a Certified Health Coach, meditation and Reiki practitioner, TEDx speaker, and father of two. After earning the designation of an All-American Triathlete in 2007 he paralyzed his right leg and then in 2010, healed himself from the paralyzed leg to finish the infamous Ironman triathlon. 

Matt has also reversed the daily affliction of 25-30 TIAs (also known as “mini-strokes”), and recovered from debilitating symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) to live his best life. He is the founder of Identity of Health wellness coaching, founder of the Symptom Free MS Summit and Symposium and hosts the Identity of Health podcast. A lover of Self and life, Matt lives in Colorado and travels internationally to speak on Belief, healing, and possibility.

This was one of my favorite podcast episodes to record, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! You can find this episode on Apple Podcast or Spotify

Best,

Dr. Gretchen, PT

P.S.

1. Connect with me on YouTube - Subscribe to my Dr. Gretchen YouTube page where you will be able to find MS specific exercises, research updates, guest speakers, and MORE!

2. Join The MSing Link Community - The MSing Link is my online MS wellness program where you'll find video demonstrations and explanations of MS-specific exercises for strengthening, walking, balance, and flexibility. There are also videos for activity-specific movements such as getting into/out of bed or a car, standing up from the ground, sitting down with more control, stair climbing, etc. Since this program focuses on the whole person and not just exercise, we have monthly live guest speakers (ie: neurologists, podiatrists, nutritionists, etc.) and research updates.

3. Work with me privately - I offer wellness consults via Zoom. This is an opportunity for you to share your story with MS and your goals. I'm able to educate you on MS-specific exercises for walking, general mobility, transfers, and day-to-day activities (ie: getting into/out of a car, stair climbing, etc.). You can schedule a one-time call or you can schedule recurring calls - your choice. Oftentimes, people will schedule one of these calls prior to joining The MSing Link and/or one call every couple of months. Schedule here