MS Minute with DCND

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  Steroids & MS Relapses 07.10.2026 12λ

  Send us Fan Mail When an MS Relapse Happens: Understanding the Role of Steroids In this episode of MS Minute with DCND, we sit down with Dr. Nicole Alexander to talk about one of the most common treatments for MS relapses: steroids. What exactly is a relapse? When are steroids recommended, and how do they help? Are steroids necessary for every relapse? Dr. Alexander explains what patients should know about treating an MS relapse, what to expect from steroid treatment, potential side effects, ...
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  MS & Fatigue: Why Am I So Tired? 17.08.2026 15λ

  Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Kenneth Pugar as he discusses one of the most common—and often misunderstood—symptoms of multiple sclerosis: fatigue. Learn why MS fatigue happens, how it differs from simply feeling tired, and why it can have such a significant impact on daily life. Dr. Pugar also shares practical tips and strategies to help patients better manage fatigue and conserve their energy. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private ...
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  Future Without Fear: Robin's MS Journey 22.05.2026 44λ

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode of MS Minute with DCND, Robin and her husband Randy join us for an honest and deeply personal conversation about Robin’s Multiple Sclerosis journey. Together, they share the emotional story of her diagnosis, the challenges and uncertainty that followed, and the impact MS has had on their lives. Robin opens up about experiencing a relapse, how it affected her physically and emotionally, and the difficult moments they faced navigating the unknown. Randy shares h...
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  MRI & Imaging 06.05.2026 25λ

  Send us Fan Mail This episode of MS minute with DCND is a little different. We are bringing you inside a live multiple sclerosis support group. Where real questions, concerns, and experiences take center stage. In this session, Dr. Derek Menkedick joins the conversation to break down one of the most important tools in MS care: imaging, especially 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 go...
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  Speech Therapy Q&A 06.01.2026 31λ

  Send us Fan Mail Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a complex neurological condition that affects the central nervous system, disrupting communication between the brain and the body. While MS is often associated with mobility challenges, it can also impact speech, voice, swallowing, and cognitive communication skills. This is where speech therapy plays a vital role. Jessica Allen and Spencer Ambach are speech therapists with Kettering Health Rehab & Balance Center. They explain what speech ...
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  Disease-Modifying Therapies (DMTs) 25.09.2025 14λ

  Send us Fan Mail Dr. Derek Menkedick joins us to discuss what DMTs are and how they can help patients with Multiple Sclerosis. 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.
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  FMLA and Disability 25.08.2025 20λ

  Send us Fan Mail One of our certified MS nursing specialists helps answer some of the most common questions she gets regarding FMLA and disability. 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.
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  Pelvic Floor Dysfunction & Therapy 02.06.2025 22λ

  Send us Fan Mail 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...
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  Fight & Learn: Rachel's MS Story 08.04.2025 28λ

  Send us Fan Mail 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...
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  Rehabilitation & MS 10.03.2025 27λ

  Send us Fan Mail 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 incorpor...
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  LIVE Support Group: Nutrition 12.02.2025 14λ

  Send us Fan Mail 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.
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  Jan's MS Journey 10.10.2024 35λ

  Send us Fan Mail 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 g...
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  Multiple Sclerosis and Mental Health 21.08.2024 43λ

  Send us Fan Mail 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: Depress...
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  Vitamin D and MS 18.06.2024 15λ

  Send us Fan Mail 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.
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  MS and the Menstrual Cycle 24.05.2024 12λ

  Send us Fan Mail 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...
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  Clinically Isolated Syndrome 07.05.2024 18λ

  Send us Fan Mail 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 episo...
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  How having a positive outlook can change your MS journey 26.03.2024 24λ

  Send us Fan Mail 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.dc...
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  MS Imaging 14.02.2024 10λ

  Send us Fan Mail 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.
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  Top 5 things to know about MS 25.10.2023 13λ

  Send us Fan Mail 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.
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  "I have MS, but MS doesn't have me." A patient's story. 02.10.2023 26λ

  Send us Fan Mail 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.