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Our podcast brings together a range of voices from the MS community to cover all aspects of life with multiple sclerosis. We know that living with MS can be life changing and can feel overwhelming at times. That’s why we’re here with you at each stage of the journey. Look, we know that we don’t have all the answers. But our podcast’s aim is to bring you the most up to date, trusted information from experts across the MS space including neurologists, therapists and researchers. Plus, hosts Helena…

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MS brain health & wellbeing: movement, sleep, stress, diet and making meaningful changes

Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39 We often hear about the importance of brain health, but what does looking after your brain health mean when you're living with MS? And what practical steps can you take to support it every day? In this episode of the MS Trust podcast, we speak with Consultant Neurologist Dr Agne Straukiene, about…

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MS fatigue: practical strategies for living well with limited energy

Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39 Fatigue is one of the most common and misunderstood MS symptoms. In this episode, we explore what MS fatigue really is, the emotional weight it can carry, and practical ways to manage fatigue in daily life. We're joined by Helen Cole, occupational therapist; Ruth Stross, MS nurse and Director of…

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Understanding steroids for MS relapses: what they do, when they’re used and what to expect

Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39 In this episode of the MS Trust podcast, We take a closer look at corticosteroids and how they’re used to treat MS relapses. Joined by MS nurse Mavis Ayer and MS specialist pharmacist Stavroula Charisi, we break down what steroids actually do, when they’re recommended, and why experiences can…

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How MS is diagnosed: your questions answered

Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39 Getting an MS diagnosis can be straightforward for some people, but for many it’s a long, confusing journey filled with uncertainty. In this episode, we explore one of the questions the MS Trust is asked most often: How is MS actually diagnosed? We look at why diagnosis can take time, what tests…

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Coping with MS pain in the long term: how to look after your mental health

Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39 Living with persistent MS-related pain isn’t just a physical challenge it can take a big toll on your emotional wellbeing and mental health too. In this episode, we explore the psychological impact of chronic pain. We are joined by Dr Phillip Simpson , Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over…

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Bonus episode: guided mindfulness for MS pain

Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39 In this special bonus episode of the MS Trust Podcast, mindfulness teacher Justin Standfield shares two guided meditations designed to help ease the challenges of living with MS pain. You’ll hear a shorter practice for pain awareness and relief, plus a longer meditation created especially for…

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Managing MS nerve pain: what you can do yourself

Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39 Neuropathic pain or nerve pain is one of the most challenging symptoms of MS, unpredictable, intrusive, and often invisible. In this episode, we focus on what people can do themselves, at home, to ease that pain and take back some control. We talk to lead pain specialist nurse Katherine Dyer and…

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ECTRIMS Patient Community Day: why researchers need people with MS to get involved

Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39 In this episode we explore the biggest breakthroughs from ECTRIMS 2025, the world’s largest MS research conference. We look into new treatment insights, the push for inclusive research, and how people with MS can shape the future of care. Featuring Brett Drummond from MS translate, Natalie Busari…

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What does the MS hug feel like? Banding tightness, rib cramps, stitch sensations, girdling pains, and how to deal with it

Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39 In this episode of the MS Trust Podcast, we explore the MS Hug—one of the most confusing and uncomfortable symptoms of multiple sclerosis. From tight banding and rib cramps to stitch-like pain and breathlessness, we unpack what it feels like, why it happens, and how to manage it. Neurologist Kate…

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Why can’t I sleep? Night-time MS symptoms uncovered

Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39 If you live with multiple sclerosis and struggle to get a good night sleep, this episode is for you. We uncover the hidden impact of night-time MS symptoms—from nerve pain, spasms, and restless legs to bladder urgency, burning sensations, and cold feet—and explore why these issues often seem to…

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