How to Manage Muscle Spasticity for Improved Voiding of Bladder and BowelI work as a pelvic floor physical therapist and often treat those with a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS). As many of...reactions16comments
The #1 Thing You Can Do for Someone with MS or Chronic IllnessIn my long tenure as someone dealing with multiple sclerosis, I have many times found myself talking to the newly diagnosed. Along with...reactions24comments
MS, You Have to LaughOK, I know what you are thinking, “He has finally lost his mind. There is nothing funny about MS!" Nope, I haven’t...reactions25comments
The Jungle of Looking for a Job With MSLiving with a chronic, progressive disease like MS presents many challenges. One of those challenges might be related to employment. Can you...reactions18comments
Tired of Explaining Yourself to the Entire World All the Time? Me Too!“Lucy, you gotta lotta ‘splainin’ to do!” -Ricky Ricardo, from the series I Love Lucy. “I never explain anything.” -Mary Poppins, from...reactions46comments
MS & Night SweatsThroughout my many years of living with multiple sclerosis, I’ve learned a lot about the disease: not only how it affects me...reactions45comments
I'll Be AlrightGreetings all. It has been quite a while since I’ve written. Earnestly, I made several attempts to write. I held the pen in my hand...reactions7comments
Warm Weather WorriesIf you’re like me and you’ve lived with multiple sclerosis for a bit, there is a good chance you’ve experienced the effects...reactions7comments
MSAA’s Archived Digital Educational Program Dives Deep into MRI ComprehensionWatch “Understanding Your MRI” now available on-demand! This past June, the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) teamed up with Jill Conway...reactionscomments
RediscoveryMay was mental health awareness month and there were certainly lots of public service announcements aired on television and broadcast on the...reactions12comments
Getting Medical Care for People Who Are In PrisonMedical care for chronic illness is challenging under the best circumstances. Doctor visits, multiple medicines, side effects, insurance woes, and daily symptoms...reactions10comments
Am I Bad for the Earth?Let us put this part to rest...global warming is real. We, particularly in the West, are destroying our own planetary home. This...reactions9comments
MS Comic: SupportWe could all use a little extra support when it comes to setting and accomplishing new goals! A good support system is...reactions1comment
Erectile Dysfunction and Multiple SclerosisI am a pelvic floor physical therapist who treats men for sexual dysfunction. It is estimated that between 50-90% of men diagnosed...reactions13comments
In Search of the Perfect Pair of Shoes"A shoe is not only a design, but it's a part of your body language, the way you walk. The way you're...reactions18comments
Doubt and Suspicion Are PainfulSo many times in the community, our members express anger and dismay when loved ones or friends do not understand how this...reactions10comments
Numb Little BugI've always loved music. I enjoy music and songs of almost every genre. Listening to music has always been a great source...reactions4comments
MS Book Review: The Multiple Sclerosis ToolboxHow many of us have looked for some sort of manual, guide, or workbook for dealing with the day-to-day uncertainties of MS...reactions6comments
Watch MSAA’s “Keys to Adapting Your Environment” Webinar On-Demand“The key to success is often the ability to adapt.” – Confucius Adapt. Modify. Change your perspective. The MS community has no...reactionscomments
MS? But I'm Still Young!Digesting and accepting an MS diagnosis is hard at any age. Many children, teens, and young adults who are diagnosed with MS...reactionscomments
