Managing Progressive MS: Navigating Life Beyond Disease-Modifying Therapies

Welcome to 'BeeWellwithMS Podcast' with Dr. Agne Straukiene, where we explore managing life with progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) as you transition beyond disease-modifying therapies. Dr. Straukiene shares strategies on shifting focus from inflammation to resilience, symptom management, and building a new care model. She discusses the importance of regular symptom reviews, neurorehabilitation, occupational therapy, mental health support, and practical tips on coping with fatigue, pain, and emotional challenges. The episode includes a guided meditation session and emphasizes maintaining a healthy lifestyle through diet, exercise, and peer support.00:00 Welcome to Be Well with MS Podcast02:26 Understanding Progressive MS03:40 Symptom Management and Support Systems08:09 Practical Tools for Managing Fatigue14:15 Addressing Pain in MS18:57 Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing25:23 Guided Meditation for MS33:35 Final Thoughts and ResourcesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beewellwithms-podcast-by-dr-agne-straukiene--5762905/support.