Next week, Matt Knaggs and Colin Goodman will attempt to set a Guinness World Record for running the 350-mile length of Ireland with MS. This week, you'll meet Matt and Colin and learn why this undertaking is so important to each of them.
We're also sharing survey results that point to gaps in how we approach MS care from the day of diagnosis.
We'll tell you what it really means when you read that the prevalence of MS is increasing. It isn't bad news at all!
We'll provide you with all the details you need to register for ECTRIMS Patient Community Day.
And, if you can spare 20 minutes, we'll tell you how you can participate in an MS research study from the comfort of your own home.
We have a lot to talk about! Are you ready for RealTalk MS??!
This Week: We're hitting the open road in Ireland with Matt Knaggs and Colin Goodman :22
Survey points to gaps in how we approach MS care from day one 2:48
What does the increase in MS prevalence really mean? 8:48
Register for ECTRIMS 2026 Patient Community Day 12:33
An opportunity for you to participate in MS research without leaving home 14:10
Matt Knaggs and Colin Goodman talk about their attempt to set a Guinness World Record for running the length of Ireland with MS 15:56
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STUDY: Understanding the Unmet Needs of People with MS at Diagnosis and Throughout Their Care Journey: Insights from a Survey-Based Study
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40120-026-00942-y
STUDY: Drivers of Prevalence in Major Motor Neurodegenerative Diseases: Temporal Trends in Sweden and France (2003-2022)
https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000218072
REGISTER: ECTRIMS 2026 Patient Community Day
https://www.ectrimspatientcommunity.eu
PARTICPATE IN RESEARCH: Survey: Automatic and Reflective Determinants, Fatigue, and Physical Activity for People with Multiple Sclerosis
https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_douenJftXAcGxVk
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RealTalk MS Episode 460
Guest: Matt Knaggs, Colin Goodman
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!
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