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We’re monitoring the debate among our lawmakers surrounding prescription drug price transparency, healthcare legislation, funding for new and experimental MS research — anything that might impact your MS treatments.

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Episode 459: This Is Not Your Father’s MS Rehabilitation with Dr. Brian Sandroff, Dr. Brad Willingham, and Dr. Laura Rice


For years, the standard medical advice for someone diagnosed with multiple sclerosis was simple, cautious, and as we now know, incredibly limiting: “Take it easy. Don't overexert yourself. And get plenty of rest.”

Today, like almost every other aspect of MS care, neurological rehabilitation is being entirely rewritten. It's no longer about just managing decline; it's about leveraging emerging technologies to proactively build resilience, retrain the brain, and adopt cutting-edge exercise science to fundamentally change the trajectory of life with MS.

This week, three experts share their thoughts on what MS rehabilitation looks like in 2026…and it's not your father's MS rehab!

Modern MS rehabilitation

Dr. Brian Sandroff breaks down his groundbreaking research on how tailored exercise regimens—like treadmill walking—can actually improve memory, boost processing speed, and spark cognitive recovery.

Dr. Brad Willingham discusses the game-changing world of continuous remote monitoring, explaining how wearable sensors and AI are turning real-world, 24/7 data into hyper-personalized, dynamic treatment plans.

And Dr. Laura Rice delivers a practical exercise blueprint for individuals with MS who use wheelchairs. You'll learn how to jumpstart a safe fitness routine while effectively managing risks like heat sensitivity, shoulder overuse, skin breakdown, and the fear of falling.

We have a lot to talk about! Are you ready for RealTalk MS??!

This Week: We're taking a deep dive into MS rehabilitation :22

Dr. Brian Sandroff answers the question, “Can exercise be used to treat cognitive impairment?”    2:10

Dr. Brad Willingham explains how AI can play a meaningful role in MS rehabilitation and clinical care  13:41

Dr. Laura Rice shares tips and strategies for exercising safely if you rely on a wheelchair for mobility   26:18

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RealTalk MS Episode 459
Guest: Dr. Brian Sandroff, Dr. Brad Willingham, and Dr. Laura Rice