In this episode of Living Well with MS -- where we explore topics relating to living a full and healthy life with multiple sclerosis -- we are pleased to welcome Healther O’Neil and Lyndsey Housden as our guests! Heather and Lyndsey live with MS and are program facilitators for the Overcoming MS charity.

Keep reading for the key episode takeaways and Dr Brayer’s bio.

00:55 Understanding MS and Its Impact on Physical Activity

06:18 Physical Activity's Impact on Brain Health

08:36 Exercise as a Disease Modifying Intervention

15:36 Benefits of Regular Physical Activity

18:29 Practical Guidelines for Exercise

24:57 Tailoring Exercise for MS: Personalization is Key

25:50 Balance Training: Tools and Techniques

32:22 Assistive Devices for Exercise: What Works?

34:42 Increasing Heart Rate with Limited Mobility

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