Multiple Sclerosis Videos

Charmaine Turner and Denise Schnieders swap stories on what it's like to live with MS while raising a family and putting on a happy face.

An MS diagnosis is tough to swallow, but it's crucial to learn as much as you can about this chronic neurological disorder.

Yvonne Smith and Ebony Capers went through all five stages of grief after their MS diagnosis, from anger to acceptance. It's not easy, and it's not linear.

These exercises using resistance bands are designed by a physical therapist to build strength while considering the fatigue that comes with MS.

Genevieve Bremseth shares her anxiety around having a baby while living with a chronic illness. And did her MS symptoms change during pregnancy?

What should you do after a multiple sclerosis diagnosis? What are the signs of progression? An expert answers the internet's most burning questions.

White women are more likely to have MS, but their Black counterparts are having a dramatically different conversation regarding diagnosis and lifestyle.

Hour by hour, Samantha Salvaggio details her daily routine, set to keep her body moving and her mind at peace.

Keeping your body temperature stable, not too hot and not too cold, is key to controlling symptoms. Learn how to cool down or warm up quickly.

It's important to trust and relate to your neurologist for better overall care. Prepare for your appointments and talk openly.

Es clave confiar en tu neurólogo y mantener una buena relación para recibir una atención de calidad. Prepárate para tus citas y comunícalo todo abiertamente.

Habla con tu jefe y con Recursos Humanos para que te brinden apoyo adicional, desde una silla ergonómica hasta un seguro de discapacidad..

Talk to your boss and HR so they can provide you extra support from a comfortable work chair to disability insurance.

Mantener una temperatura corporal estable, ni muy fría ni muy caliente, es clave para controlar los síntomas. Aprende a equilibrar tu temperatura de manera rápida y efectiva.

Mantener una temperatura corporal estable, ni muy fría ni muy caliente, es clave para controlar los síntomas. Aprende a equilibrar tu temperatura de manera rápida y efectiva.

"I find, in my experience, that talking about MS has actually helped me get through the most challenging parts of living with it," Kevin Hoegler says.

Rachel Carson says she enjoys empowering, inspiring, and educating people living with MS. Learn how to join the cause.

This group of medications is safe, effective, and well-tolerated, neurologist Asaff Harel, MD, says. But there are still risks to consider.

Soothe your MS symptoms with daily habits that feed your body and your mind.

Getting restful sleep with MS is important considering fatigue can consume your day. When it comes to shut-eye, start by setting some good habits.

Improve "brain fog" with games and activities that are designed to exercise your mind.

When you’re fatigued, the last thing you feel like doing is exercising. But gentle cardio, stretches, and weightlifting can actually energize you.

There are more than 20 RRMS drugs that doctors can choose from to target the immune system. What are the goals of treatment, and is a cure possible?

On top of medication, people with RRMS may want to explore occupational therapy, rehab, neurostimulation, and other treatments.

Not knowing which RRMS symptoms to expect from day to day can be a humbling experience. Two people get real about their unpredictable disease.

Victoria Reese and Deanna Butler Gayle shed light for those new to the MS community. They touch on acceptance, “protecting your peace,” and your care team.

Angie Spence and Ednisha Knighten share helpful resources like support groups, financial assistance programs, and simple modifications.

A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis is upsetting, so your doctor will outline a plan for your physical and emotional needs.

Obtén más información sobre los próximos pasos a seguir después de recibir un diagnóstico de esclerosis múltiple.

MS fatigue isn’t the same tiredness that others feel. Three blog contributors talk about diet, scheduling, and more to help conserve energy.

Plan ahead and make sure there’s help at every stop for mobility issues. And you don’t want to overexert yourself.

Our MS blog contributors share pointers to make your infusion days easier. A warm blanket, a good book, and prepared snacks are just some small comforts.

There are medications or lifestyle changes for any MS symptom you may have, from fatigue to brain fog.

A neurologist shares the first steps to take after a hard-to-hear diagnosis.

Debby Bird and Michael Burgio encourage each other to accept their limitations and focus on the good.

Not knowing which RRMS symptoms to expect from day to day can be a humbling experience. Two people get real about their unpredictable disease.

Marcia Williams and Danielle Martinez share what the “new normal” looks like with MS. They dive into daily energy levels and exercise routines.

Domonique Cooper and Tiffany Vinson form a friendship over stories with MS. They’ve had to slow down some, but it’s made them more present and intentional.

There are many more approved therapies for RRMS than there were just 20 years ago. The key is to prevent relapses and slow any progression with less risk.

Over 50% of those with multiple sclerosis also struggle with depression. John Whyte, MD, MPH, dives into how mental health issues can add troubling symptoms on top of the initial diagnosis.

The term brain fog is used to describe the decline of one’s mental clarity. Here, John Whyte, MD, MPH, tackles the issue of cognitive function and MS with two mental health experts.

Specialists pinpoint the symptoms of relapsing-remitting, the most common type of MS, and the path to diagnosis.

There’s no magic formula to living with MS, Mayteé Ramos says. “You have to find what works for you and stick to that until things change.”

Contrary to old medical advice, exercise actually helps with the spasticity of MS. Even from a wheelchair, you can gently work your muscles.

Find what brings you joy, whether it’s a creative outlet or nature, and keep practicing that self-care. It’ll do wonders for your MS.

When patients are in a relapse, three things are often the most affected: balance, the brain, and the bowel. Learn what experts recommend for the “three B’s.”