Send us a text Nicole Cornett, DPT,, A physical therapist with Kettering Health is the guest in this episode of MS Minute with DCND. 1:10- Pelvic floor therapy definition 1:45- Pelvic floor dysfunction and why it's prevalent with MS patients. 2:35- Bowel and constipation 3:50- Muscle weakness or over activity 4:15- How therapy can help 5:00- What to expect during an appointment 8:40- Improving the quality of life 13:00- How we can practice breathing at home 16:00- When to see a therapist Thank y...
Jun 02, 2025•22 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Send us a text Rachel is a patient with DCND and has been living with MS for more than seven years. She walks us through her journey of finding out she had MS after waking up numb to how she has found power in accepting it. 1:00- Waking up numb! 2:23- Finally getting answers 7:50- Symptoms and the MS Hug 10:50- How it changed her life 14:50- How to learn how to be in tune with what your body is telling you 16:57- Fatigue 18:50- Mental and physical changes 22:30- Community and how it's helped 27:...
Apr 08, 2025•28 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Send us a text Physical Therapist and Clinical Specialist, Megan Skidmore, PT, DPT joins us to discuss the role of PT for patients living with Multiple Sclerosis and how it can help enhance the quality of life. In this episode: 1:00 -What is PT 2:40- When is the right time to reach out to PT? 4:25- Care team approach 4:30- Biggest thing they help treat at rehabilitation. Working smarter, not harder. 6:00- Why moving the body is so important. 8:15- Deciding when to incorporate mobility equipment....
Mar 10, 2025•28 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Send us a text Join us for a LIVE MS Support group where the topic is on nutrition. Dr. Nicole Alexander discusses the science behind certain diets, what is recommended and things to avoid. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com....
Feb 12, 2025•14 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Send us a text Jan Baylor walks us through her journey from the first symptoms, the mourning of who she was and the mindset that gets her through every day. 1:00- What started it all. First symptom was numbness. 4:00- Workarounds 5:00- What the docs said 7:45- Knowledge is power 8:45- Why not me? 9:30- Sex life 11- Nutrition 12- What she does differently 17- Doing your research 19- They guide but you drive. Your relationship with your doctor. 20- Suicidal thoughts and how she got through them 21...
Oct 10, 2024•36 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Send us a text Depression is one of the most commonly reported symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis. In this episode, we break down important information about mental health and chronic illnesses and discuss some helpful strategies for those facing depression, anxiety and stress. Andrea Arzt is a licensed clinical social worker in New York who has worked with the MS Society for more than 20 years. She is also a Multiple Sclerosis Certified Specialist. Topics discussed in this episode: Depression defin...
Aug 21, 2024•43 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Send us a text Many studies show there is a link between MS and vitamin D deficiencies. Dr. Derek Menkedick is breaking down the data out there and goes through the different ways you can get this important vitamin. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com....
Jun 18, 2024•15 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Send us a text We know MS is three times more common in women than in men...especially in women of child bearing age. In this episode, we are asking...does MS have any impact on the menstrual cycle? Dr. Nicole Alexander answers the question. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.c...
May 24, 2024•13 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Send us a text Dr. Ken Pugar joins the podcast again to discuss the first clinical episode or manifestation of symptoms that can lead to a Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis. He also explains why some patients will never get the MS diagnosis after having a clinically isolated syndrome. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You ca...
May 07, 2024•19 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Send us a text Yolanda has been living with MS for more than 20 years. She talks about her journey, having a baby with MS, the "look" people would give her when they found out about her diagnosis and how her outlook impacts her health. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com....
Mar 26, 2024•25 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Send us a text Dr. Doug Pugar answers all the common questions about the MRI. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com.
Feb 14, 2024•10 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Send us a text Dr. Nicole Alexander brings us back to the top 5 things to know about MS. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com.
Oct 25, 2023•14 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Send us a text Trenton was diagnosed with MS in 2021. He shares his journey so far and his powerful advice to others walking a similar path. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com....
Oct 02, 2023•26 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Send us a text When it gets hot outside MS symptoms can flare up. MS Specialist, Dr. Derek Menkedick shares insight on what causes this and some suggestions on how to keep your body temperature regulated. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com....
Aug 23, 2023•16 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Send us a text Age impacts several aspects of our health. In this episode, we look at how it can impact your MS. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com.
Jun 27, 2023•21 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Send us a text Neurologist and sleep expert, Dr. Michelle Noel talks about sleep issues and how it impacts our health. Why sleep issues are so prevalent for people living with MS. How do you know if sleep is the issue and if you are sleep-deprived? Why are sleep issues more common for people living with MS? Is snoring normal? What can be done about sleep apnea? What can we do to get better sleep? What should our sleep environment look like? Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton ...
May 30, 2023•19 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Send us a text A vision issue is a very common first symptom of Multiple Sclerosis. Emily Dowd, NP with DCND discusses the different kinds of vision issues that MS patients have and what management options are available. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com....
Apr 26, 2023•15 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Send us a text MS Specialist, Dr. Derek Menkedick talks with us about the sudden MS symptoms that can come up such as the MS hug, trigeminal neuralgia, and Lhermitte's sign. 3:00- MS Hug 4:00- Triggers 9:30- Dangerous? 11- Lhermitte's Sign 18:30- Trigeminal Neuralgia Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more a...
Mar 28, 2023•23 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Send us a text Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation provider, Dr. Jim Beegan joins us to talk Spasticity and how he manages it with his patients. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com....
Feb 28, 2023•37 min
Send us a text MS Navigator, Maria Damico joins us to discuss the many different ways they can help patients. A MS Navigator is a service the MS Society provides. They are highly skilled, compassionate professionals — who connect you to the information, resources and support needed to move your life forward. These supportive partners help navigate the challenges of MS unique to your situation. In this episode we talk about some of the most popular questions navigators get and the answers they pr...
Jan 31, 2023•28 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Send us a text Nutrition, diet, and lifestyle are discussed in this episode with Nicole Alexander, DO and Sarah Dooley, PA. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com....
Dec 13, 2022•10 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Send us a text Dr. Kenneth Pugar joins us to discuss Secondary Progressive MS. What it is, when a patient typically gets it and what to do when someone is diagnosed. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com....
Oct 31, 2022•20 min
Send us a text In this episode we discuss pregnancy, fertility and postpartum concerns for patients with MS. Can they have a healthy pregnancy? What things should be considered with their disease management? We cover all of those common questions. Dr. Nicole Alexander is the guest on the podcast. She is a neurologist with Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders. She is part of the practice's MS center. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a...
Sep 07, 2022•14 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Send us a text Many MS medications need to be infused. In this episode we talk with an infusion nurse on what to expect during the MS infusion. More info here on our website . Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com....
Jul 19, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Send us a text Dr. Doug Pugar goes through some other conditions that can mimic MS and its symptoms. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com.
Jun 29, 2022•14 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Send us a text More info about Walk MS: https://mssociety.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=cms.page&id=2039 Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com....
May 07, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Send us a text We talk with Sallie Stephens with the MS Society. She sheds light on why the society does for patients in different phases of their journey, what resources they have for patients and why Walk MS is a great community builder. More info here. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at...
Apr 27, 2022•15 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Derek Menkedick and Research Coordinator, Wendy Thacker shed some light on research studies or clinical trials. They dive into why they are so important for MS and science in general, what you can expect as a patient and how to get involved. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can f...
Mar 28, 2022•21 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Send us a text According to the MS Society, more than half of MS patients will develop problems with cognition. In this episode we talk with MS Nurse Practitioner Emily Dowd on the specific types of cognitive issues and what can be done to manage the symptoms. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DC...
Feb 28, 2022•14 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Send us a text Katie shares her journey with MS. How she knew something was wrong, when she was diagnosed and what has helped her along the way. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com....
Jan 05, 2022•19 min•Season 2Ep. 1
