The MSing Link

The MSing Link

Hosted by: Dr. Gretchen Hawley PT, DPT, MSCS

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...

Episodes

258. How to Build Endurance and Stamina with MS: 4 Research-Backed Strategies That Actually Work

Season #1

In this episode, I’m excited to share four research-backed strategies for building endurance and stamina with multiple sclerosis (MS).  As a physical therapist specializing in MS, I get asked daily how to improve...
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257. MS Home Modifications That Don't Look Medical: Accessible Design Tips for Balance, Fatigue & Safety

Season #1

 In this episode, I’m thrilled to chat with Aubre Fox, an interior designer with over 16 years of experience specializing in accessible and aging-in-place home design for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and other...
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256. How I Chose Calm in a Full-Plate Season (And What It Changed for Me)

Season #1

In this episode of The MSing Link Podcast, I’m sharing a personal story of powerful mindset shifts that’s helping me navigate a busy, full-plate season. I pull back the curtain on some exciting changes happening...
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255. CAR-T Cell Therapy for MS: Clinical Trials Now Enrolling - MS Neurologist Interview

Season #1

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Burhan Chaudhry, MS neurologist and clinical lead at Bristol Myers Squibb, to discuss CAR-T cell therapy which is an innovative treatment currently enrolling in clinical trials for...
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254. My 7-Year Hashimoto's Journey: Symptoms, Testing, and What Actually Helped

Season #1

In this solo episode, I’m sharing my personal 7-year journey with Hashimoto’s—covering symptoms, testing, and what actually helped me feel better, even alongside my work with multiple sclerosis (MS).  I dive into the...
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253. Should You Exercise to Muscle Failure with Multiple Sclerosis? The Research-Backed Answer

Season #1

In this episode of The MSing Link Podcast, I dive into a hot topic: should you exercise to muscle failure if you have multiple sclerosis (MS)?  Drawing from the latest research and my 12+ years as a physical therapist...
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252. Pulse Device: Vibration Therapy for MS Symptoms with Ethan Pollak

Season #1

In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Ethan Pollak, co-founder of the Pulse Device, to discuss how vibration therapy may help manage multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms. We dive into what makes vibration therapy...
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251. Sensory Overload with MS: Why Loud Noises Send Me Over the Edge (+ What Helps)

Season #1

In this episode, I’m opening up about my recent trip to New York City and how it unexpectedly triggered sensory overload—a challenge that’s all too common for those living with multiple sclerosis (MS). I break down...
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250. Newly Diagnosed with MS? How to Find MS Support and Connect with Other People with MS

Season #1

In this episode, I’m thrilled to sit down with Amy Stow, Head of Operations at Shift.ms, to talk all about the power of MS peer support and the Shift.ms Buddy Network.  Amy shares how their innovative Buddy Network...
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249. Spilling the Tea: My Interview on the Messy Podcast with Christina Applegate & Jamie-Lynn Sigler

Season #1

In this special episode, I’m spilling the tea on my recent interview with Christina Applegate and Jamie-Lynn Sigler on the MeSsy Podcast! I share a behind-the-scenes look at how I was invited to the show, my...
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248. How to Process Chronic Illness Grief (When Talk Therapy Isn't Working)

Season #1

In this episode, I’m joined by Ashley Milas, a trauma-informed somatic grief and life transition coach who specializes in helping people process chronic illness grief—especially when traditional talk therapy just...
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247. Why Physical Therapy Doesn't Work for MS (And What Does)

Season #1

In this episode, I’m sharing the real reasons why traditional physical therapy often doesn’t work for people with multiple sclerosis (MS), and—most importantly—what actually DOES help improve strength, mobility, and...
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