The MSing Link

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!

  1. 279. MS Balance Tips for Real Life

    -2 ДН.

    279. MS Balance Tips for Real Life

    In 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 the MSing Link, I break down why traditional balance exercises like tandem stance, feet together, and wobble boards often don’t help with real-life activities—like getting dressed, walking on uneven surfaces, or turning your head.  Instead, I share evidence-based, functional balance exercises that are proven to improve mobility, strength, and confidence for MS warriors in day-to-day life. If you want to discover practical strategies, MS exercises, and personalized tools to tackle balance challenges, this episode is for you!    Resources Mentioned In This Episode:  The MSing Link Online Program: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink   Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me: hello@doctorgretchenhawley.com  Website: www.MSingLink.com Social:  ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen ★ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1 → Game Changers Course: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse → Total Core Program: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram → The MSing Link: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink

    23 мин.
  2. 278. What New Symptoms Really Mean in MS Rehab

    1 АПР.

    278. What New Symptoms Really Mean in MS Rehab

    In 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 many living with multiple sclerosis (MS) go through when working to get stronger and walk better.  We explore the gate control theory of pain and discuss why new symptoms can pop up during MS exercise routines—and how this often signals progress, not setbacks.  If you’ve ever felt discouraged by changing MS symptoms, tune in for expert insights, practical strategies, and encouragement tailored for your journey. I offer actionable MS exercises, tips for walking better, and guidance for overcoming mobility challenges. Join me as we peel back the layers of MS to empower your quality of life!   Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me: hello@doctorgretchenhawley.com  Website: www.MSingLink.com Social:  ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen ★ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1 → Game Changers Course: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse → Total Core Program: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram → The MSing Link: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink

    26 мин.
  3. 277. Your MS Questions Answered: Walking, Hip Weakness & Leg Pain

    25 МАР.

    277. Your MS Questions Answered: Walking, Hip Weakness & Leg Pain

    In 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 questions from our MSing Link community—on topics like walking challenges, leg weakness, use of mobility aids, pain management, muscle strength, neuroplasticity, and more—as I offer practical, actionable solutions you can implement today.  This episode is packed with MS-specific exercises, strategies to boost balance and strength, honest product reviews, and the supportive energy of our incredible community.  If you’ve been curious about what The MSing Link membership is really like, this Q&A episode is your chance to experience the expert guidance, hope, and camaraderie we share each month. Whether you’re navigating MS mobility issues, seeking advice on new therapies, or wanting to get stronger and feel more confident in daily life, these tips are for you! Resources mentioned in the episode: The MSing Link - https://www.drgretchenhawley.com/the-msing-link-programBop It - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09JDMZ8X4?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_dp_V0YPFCHEYEVDMTZ0XGJEZeen - https://gozeen.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoofebcqRgVj4ZN5gTNtCrFAq7ak0-uSWeGI5o_PIW6ORI5rUJKM Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me: hello@doctorgretchenhawley.com  Website: www.MSingLink.com Social:  ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen ★ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1 → Game Changers Course: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse → Total Core Program: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram → The MSing Link: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink

    58 мин.
  4. 276. Neuroplasticity for Mindset: How to Respond Differently When Life Feels Hard with Kelsea Koenreich

    18 МАР.

    276. Neuroplasticity for Mindset: How to Respond Differently When Life Feels Hard with Kelsea Koenreich

    In 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 overcome negative patterns, build resilience, and empower yourself on your journey with multiple sclerosis (MS).  Kelsea shares practical strategies for challenging unhelpful thoughts, asking for support, and embracing change—tools that can make a real difference for those of us living with MS or any chronic illness.  You’ll learn actionable methods for improving your mental strength, mobility, energy, and independence using research-driven neuroplasticity techniques. Join us for an inspiring conversation filled with evidence-based MS tips, mindset exercises, and expert advice to boost your confidence and quality of life with MS!   About Kelsea Koenreich: Kelsea Koenreich is a business coach for female entrepreneurs.  She is my business coach. One of the things that Kelsea specializes in 9s neuroplasticity for mindset. So things like how we can literally rewire our brains through the thoughts that we choose, the questions that we ask ourselves, and the actions that we take.  And while my focus is neuroplasticity for movement and strength and mobility, hers is neuroplasticity for how we respond to life's challenges. So whether you are navigating a chronic illness or dealing with physical limitations or just feeling stuck in negative thought patterns, the work that Kelsea does applies to all of us because at the core, we are all humans facing change and loss and the need to adapt.   Connect with Kelsea:Website: https://www.kelseakoenreich.com/The Mom Founders Table Podcast: https://www.kelseakoenreich.com/mom-founders-tableInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelseakoenreich/ Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me: hello@doctorgretchenhawley.com  Website: www.MSingLink.com Social:  ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen ★ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1 → Game Changers Course: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse → Total Core Program: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram → The MSing Link: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink

    46 мин.
  5. 275. How to Climb Stairs with MS: Exercises to Make You Stronger with Stairs

    11 МАР.

    275. How to Climb Stairs with MS: Exercises to Make You Stronger with Stairs

    In 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, I know how tricky going up and down stairs can be—so I’m sharing practical strategies, exercises, and my top tips for building leg strength and confidence. Tune in to learn evidence-based MS stair climbing techniques, tricks of the trade, and actionable exercises you can start today for safer, smoother steps. Whether you’re looking for MS exercise routines, stair climbing tips, or ways to prevent trips and falls, this episode is packed with resources! Join me as we explore proven tools to help you walk better, improve balance, and feel empowered living with MS! Resources mentioned in this episode: The MSing Link Episode 266, Knee Bending Exercises for MS: Strengthen Hamstrings & Release Tightness - Apple Podcast || Spotify The MSing Link YouTube Video, Knee Bending Exercises for MS: Strengthen Hamstrings & Release Tightness | MS Physical Therapy - YouTube The MSing Link YouTube Video, How to Climb Stairs with MS: Exercises to Make You Stronger with Stairs | MS Physical Therapy Tips - YouTube   Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me: hello@doctorgretchenhawley.com  Website: www.MSingLink.com Social:  ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen ★ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1 → Game Changers Course: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse → Total Core Program: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram → The MSing Link: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink

    19 мин.
  6. 274. Fake MS Cures on Social Media: How to Tell What’s Real vs. AI Hype

    4 МАР.

    274. Fake MS Cures on Social Media: How to Tell What’s Real vs. AI Hype

    In 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 AI hype.  As a physical therapist specializing in multiple sclerosis, I break down the red and green flags in MS treatment posts, discuss the dangers of misinformation, and share my top resources for fact-checking new therapies or “miracle” cures.  Whether you’re looking for credible MS treatment updates, research-backed mobility tips, or guidance on evaluating social media claims, this episode will help empower your journey and protect your hope. Tune in for insights, exercises, and expert advice designed to support your strength and independence with MS!   Resources mentioned in this episode: PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ ClinicalTrials.gov: https://clinicaltrials.gov/   Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me: hello@doctorgretchenhawley.com  Website: www.MSingLink.com Social:  ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen ★ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1 → Game Changers Course: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse → Total Core Program: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram → The MSing Link: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink

    31 мин.
  7. 273. Ankle Braces vs AFOs for MS: What’s the Difference?

    25 ФЕВР.

    273. Ankle Braces vs AFOs for MS: What’s the Difference?

    In 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 physical therapist specializing in MS, I answer your most common questions about foot drop solutions, the difference between custom and off-the-shelf AFOs, a few popular brands, and the truth behind certain marketing claims.  Learn how to use these mobility aids strategically to stay safe, minimize weakness, and optimize your walking ability.  Plus, I share a few evidence-based exercises proven to strengthen your ankles and help you maintain independence.  Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been living with MS for years, this episode is packed with tips, MS-friendly tools, and actionable strategies for improving strength, mobility, and quality of life. Resources mentioned in this episode: The MSing Link Book, eBook, and audiobook: Click to purchase   Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me: hello@doctorgretchenhawley.com  Website: www.MSingLink.com Social:  ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen ★ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1 → Game Changers Course: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse → Total Core Program: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram → The MSing Link: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink

    42 мин.

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    272. Walking Outside with MS: What Makes It Hard—and What Helps

    In 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 you’ve noticed your MS symptoms make walking outside harder—think struggles with balance, strength, or heat sensitivity—you’re not alone! I’ll cover the main reasons this happens, including the impact of temperature, unpredictable outdoor surfaces, and even how your brain adapts to new environments.  Most importantly, I’ll share practical MS exercises, strategies, and tools to help you safely improve your outdoor walking ability and boost independence. Whether you’ve just been diagnosed with MS or have been living with it for years, you’ll find actionable advice, encouragement, and new ways to transform your daily mobility. Tune in for expert MS physical therapy tips, outdoor exercise strategies, and tools to walk better with MS!   Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me: hello@doctorgretchenhawley.com  Website: www.MSingLink.com Social:  ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen ★ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1 → Game Changers Course: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse → Total Core Program: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram → The MSing Link: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink

    27 мин.
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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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  • Автор
    Dr. Gretchen Hawley PT, DPT, MSCS
  • Годы выхода
    2021 - 2026
  • Выпуски
    280
  • Ограничения
    Без ненормативной лексики
  • Сайт подкаста
    The MSing Link

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