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Sam and Kenzo from PhysiKits break down the science of neurological conditions and physiotherapy management into bite-sized notes and take-home tips. Plus some laughs along the way!

  1. 2d ago

    #24 Fitness? Strength? How Physios Prescribe Exercises for MS (PART 1)

    Aerobic, strength, flexibility, balance... did you know that these are all different kinds of exercises? And as physios, choosing the right kind of exercise is just as (well, almost) important as exercising in the first place. This is especially the case for people living with conditions like multiple sclerosis, where addressing certain problems through exercise depends on exercise prescription. Tune in today as we break down the differences between aerobic (aka fitness/cardiovascular), vs strength (aka resistance) training for people living with MS. — 💪 TAKE CHARGE! With our free MS QuickStart Guide: https://www.physikits.com/multiple-sclerosis-quickstart-guide Check out the FULL MS PhysiKit Course: https://www.physikits.com/ms-physikit — TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Intro 02:51 — What is aerobic (cardiovascular) exercise? 06:40 — Why is aerobic training good for MS? 08:25 — How to start with aerobic training? 12:58 — Sam takes Kenzo surfing 13:54 — What is strength (resistance) training? 16:16 — Exercise benefits overlap 19:49 — Importance of strength for MS 24:29 — Building a stronger baseline 28:20 — How to start with strength training? 34:24 — MS PhysiKit plug 35:53 — Wrapping up — 🤔 Who are we? Our mission is to make high-quality neurological rehabilitation and science information understandable and accessible to all those driven to learn more about their neurological condition - from brain injuries and stroke, to neurodegenerative conditions like multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease. New episodes coming weekly, so stay-tuned! Leave any questions or topic ideas in the comments below. — 🎉 Support what we do! https://www.physikits.com/support — SOCIAL LINKS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/physikits Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physikits TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@physikits

    #24 Fitness? Strength? How Physios Prescribe Exercises for MS (PART 1)

  2. Aug 17

    #23 Is Exercise Dangerous for MS? (No, it Heals the Brain!)

    Exercise is hard work, and can make you tired in the short term - but does this mean it's bad for Multiple Sclerosis?  Well physiotherapists, doctors and those living with MS all used to think so!  But as the evidence has built up, we now know that the long-term benefits of exercise far outweigh the (previously misunderstood) risks.  Tune in as we walk through this mythbusting journey, and explain how exercise actually helps the brain to battle MS.  —  💪 TAKE CHARGE!  With our free MS QuickStart Guide: https://www.physikits.com/multiple-sclerosis-quickstart-guide  —  TIMESTAMPS  00:00 — Intro 02:29 — Where did "don't exercise with MS" come from? 04:00 — Why can it worsen symptoms temporarily? 07:58 — Time to dispel this myth 08:44 — Exercise releases BDNF (brain fertiliser) 11:58 — Exercise promotes neuroplasticity 15:49 — "Desire Paths" analogy 18:11 — Exercise boosts cognitive reserve 20:44 — Is that all exercise can do? 21:40 — "But exercise didn't help me" 25:05 — Prioritising different exercises (coming next ep!) 25:43 — Wrapping up  —  🤔 Who are we?  Our mission is to make high-quality neurological rehabilitation and science information understandable and accessible to all those driven to learn more about their neurological condition - from brain injuries and stroke, to neurodegenerative conditions like multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease.  New episodes coming weekly, so stay-tuned!  Leave any questions or topic ideas in the comments below.  —  🎉 Support what we do!  https://www.physikits.com/support  —  SOCIAL LINKS  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/physikits Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physikits TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@physikits

    #23 Is Exercise Dangerous for MS? (No, it Heals the Brain!)

  3. Aug 3

    #22 Healthy Habits Physios Recommend for Managing MS

    While doctors focus on managing multiple sclerosis through medications and disease modifying therapies (see our previous episode!), us physiotherapists focus on managing symptoms through non-invasive strategies.  Of these, our first step is usually to help people to maximise lifestyle factors by building healthy habits!  Tune in as we walk through the key evidence-backed lifestyle factors for managing MS; from sunlight exposure, to sleep habits, to diet.  —  💪 TAKE CHARGE!  With our free MS QuickStart Guide: https://www.physikits.com/multiple-sclerosis-quickstart-guide  —  TIMESTAMPS  00:00 — Intro  01:09 — Why healthy habits?  03:15 — Vitamin D (Sunlight)  07:37 — Cooling strategies (and note on Exercise)  11:02 — Maximising Sleep  20:38 — Is there a "best" Diet?  33:03 — Alcohol & Smoking  35:23 — Managing Stress  39:58 — What about exercise?  41:41 — Changing habits is hard!  46:51 — Wrapping up  —  🤔 Who are we?  Our mission is to make high-quality neurological rehabilitation and science information understandable and accessible to all those driven to learn more about their neurological condition - from brain injuries and stroke, to neurodegenerative conditions like multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease.  New episodes coming weekly, so stay-tuned!  Leave any questions or topic ideas in the comments below.  —  🎉 Support what we do!  https://www.physikits.com/support  —  SOCIAL LINKS  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/physikits  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physikits  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@physikits

    #22 Healthy Habits Physios Recommend for Managing MS

  4. Jul 20

    #21 MS Medications: The Part Doctors Don't Talk About

    MS medications do the heavy lifting when it comes to slowing the disease and easing symptoms. But there's a whole side to them your neurologist rarely has time to mention - and it goes beyond just side effects.    Some biologics need to stay refrigerated while you travel. Infusions mean planning life around hospital visits and the fatigue that follows.    Tune in as we walk through the main types of MS medication, and the everyday lifestyle factors that quietly come with them.    —    💪 TAKE CHARGE!    With our free MS QuickStart Guide: https://www.physikits.com/multiple-sclerosis-quickstart-guide    MS PhysiKit with Fatigue Toolkit: https://www.physikits.com/ms-physikit (🐣 Don't forget to comment down below - if you know you know🐣)   —    TIMESTAMPS   00:00 — Intro  01:07 — Why we want to address medications  02:27 — 3 main types of MS medications  05:30 — Disease Modifying Therapies (DMTs) in a nutshell  12:18 — What are corticosteroids?  16:45 — Symptom-specific medications  21:25 — The hidden lifestyle changes that come with meds  22:35 — Side note on "biologics"/monoclonal antibodies  25:23 — Travelling with niche medications  32:02 — When to chat to your doctor  33:00 — Wrapping up    —    🤔 Who are we?    Our mission is to make high-quality neurological rehabilitation and science information understandable and accessible to all those driven to learn more about their neurological condition - from brain injuries and stroke, to neurodegenerative conditions like multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease.    New episodes coming weekly, so stay-tuned!    Leave any questions or topic ideas in the comments below.    —    🎉 Support what we do!  https://www.physikits.com/support    —    SOCIAL LINKS    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/physikits  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physikits  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@physikits

    #21 MS Medications: The Part Doctors Don't Talk About

  5. Jun 29

    #20 The Many Faces of Fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis

    Fatigue is one of the most pervasive symptoms from Multiple Sclerosis. On top of being debilitating by itself, it also makes all other symptoms worse. To make things even more complicated, it isn't a static symptom! It fluctuates heavily day-to-day, and can be influenced by so many factors week-to-week. Tune in to learn where MS fatigue comes from, why it fluctuates, and a few key strategies to start taking back control. — 💪 TAKE CHARGE! With our free MS QuickStart Guide: https://www.physikits.com/multiple-sclerosis-quickstart-guide MS PhysiKit with Fatigue Toolkit: https://www.physikits.com/ms-physikit (🐣 Don't forget to comment down below - if you know you know🐣) — TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Intro01:09 — Why is MS fatigue different?06:38 — Medication side effects 11:33 — Hot tip: track your fatigue! 17:03 — The importance of sleep 20:42 — The role of exercise/activity 23:46 — Pacing is key. 26:42 — Spoon theory overview 33:33 — Key takeaways 35:39 — Wrapping up — 🤔 Who are we? Our mission is to make high-quality neurological rehabilitation and science information understandable and accessible to all those driven to learn more about their neurological condition - from brain injuries and stroke, to neurodegenerative conditions like multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease. New episodes coming weekly, so stay-tuned! Leave any questions or topic ideas in the comments below. — 🎉 Support what we do! https://www.physikits.com/support — SOCIAL LINKS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/physikits Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physikits TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@physikits

    #20 The Many Faces of Fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis

  6. Jun 15

    #19 How Stress Affects MS Symptoms

    Continuing our miniseries on factors that cause fluctuations in MS symptoms, today we're tackling stress.   Stemming from either physical or emotional stimuli, the stress response is a physiological process baked into our DNA that has wide-ranging effects.   Tune in to learn why we get stressed, the difference between acute and chronic stress (especially in the modern world), how this can affect MS, and what we recommend doing about it.   —    💪 TAKE CHARGE!    With our free MS QuickStart Guide: https://www.physikits.com/multiple-sclerosis-quickstart-guide    MS PhysiKit with Stress Toolkit: https://www.physikits.com/ms-physikit

    #19 How Stress Affects MS Symptoms

  7. Jun 8

    #18 Uhthoff's Phenomenon: Why Heat Exacerbates MS Symptoms

    If you live with MS, you may have experienced increases in symptoms after a hot shower, during summer, or after exercise. That isn't your imagination! It's a known process called "Uhthoff's Phenomenon", with physiological mechanisms behind it. Tune in as we break down why this happens, why it isn't a sign of a relapse, and a few strategies you can do to minimise it.

    #18 Uhthoff's Phenomenon: Why Heat Exacerbates MS Symptoms

  8. Jun 1

    #17 What Causes MS? (The Study that Changed Everything!)

    "What causes MS?" is a question we get asked all the time - and for good reason! A complete answer to the question still doesn't exist, but recent scientific breakthroughs mean that we are now closer than ever... and it looks like a common virus may be to blame.  In this special episode of NeuroNotes, we breakdown our best current understanding of the causes of MS by covering two key studies:  - A 2022 landmark study implicating Epstein-Barr Virus as the strongest risk factor for MS🔗 Full paper here: https://doi.org/10.1126/science.abj8222 - A recent 2025 review compiling the latest research between MS and EBV🔗 Full paper here: https://doi.org/10.1212/NXI.0000000000200460 This isn't one you want to miss!

    #17 What Causes MS? (The Study that Changed Everything!)
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Sam and Kenzo from PhysiKits break down the science of neurological conditions and physiotherapy management into bite-sized notes and take-home tips. Plus some laughs along the way!

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  • Creator
    PhysiKits
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
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    NeuroNotes