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…

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 t…

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 tho…

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 diffe…

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…

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, O…

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 neurol…

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 Neu…

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 gr…

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.…

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.…

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 episod…

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…

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 …

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…

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 Dayt…

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 Dis…

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 e…

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 …

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 …

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 m…

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 Neurolog…

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 …

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.…

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 DC…

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 …

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 Neurol…

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 …

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 ep…

Send us a text Episode 10. We talk with Dr. Ken Pugar and Dr. Ken Mankowski about MS and the COVID vaccine. Are you more likely to get COVID if you have MS? Should MS patients get the vaccine? Should they get the booster? We cover all these questions. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a priv…

Send us a text Exacerbation, fluctuation...there are many different terms in the MS world . Dr. Douglas Pugar talks about what these terms mean and why it's important to know the difference. 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 th…

Send us a text We talk with Chad who was diagnosed with MS in 2020. He discusses how he found out he had MS, what he decided to do with his treatment and how his life has been since. He also shares some advice to those newly diagnosed. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology gr…

Send us a text Neurologist and caregiver, Dr. Sharon Merryman joins us to discuss the important role caregivers have and why it's important to talk about the caregiver's health too! 1:00- Why caregivers are so important 1:45- Limitations. How caregivers can help with those. 4:21- How caregivers can help emotionally 6:59- Communication between patie…

Send us a text While it may be uncomfortable to talk about, sexual problems are very common in MS patients. Dr. Kenneth Pugar talks about the different types of issue that can arise and the solutions he suggests to his patients. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out…

Send us a text Dr. Derek Menkedick talks about how exercise can help MS symptoms and what different options there are for patients. 1:00- Why exercise never used to be recommended for MS patients 8:00- Why exercising can help with fatigue/Cardio & Aerobic 10:45- Yoga/Pilates 12:15- Online workouts 13:25- Water exercises 18:00- Staying safe during a…

Send us a text Board certified Physician Assistant, Sarah Dooley talks about the most common symptom for MS patients...fatigue. 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…

Send us a text DCND is a private neurology practice based out of Dayton, Ohio. It is certified by the National MS Society as a Comprehensive MS Care Center. Please note this podcast and its content is designed for educational and informational purposes only. Please consult your own medical team for specific medical advice. Welcome to MS minute with…

Send us a text Welcome to MS Minute with DCND. Your podcast for understanding multiple sclerosis. Every month, our MS experts tackle a different topic to help you manage your disease and live a better life. DCND is a private neurology practice based out of Dayton, Ohio. It’s certified by the National MS Society as a Comprehensive MS Care Center. Pl…

Send us a text This episode is for those who are newly diagnosed and want to know what's next in their medical journey. Neurologist, Dr. Derek Menkedick with Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders answers the questions patients want to know after a diagnosis. What you will find in this episode: What is the biggest thing patients need to know? Whe…