THE NEURO STUDIO BLOG

Why Gait Training Matters for People with Neurological Conditions gait walking Sep 18, 2025

If you’re living with a neurological condition like MS, stroke, or Parkinson’s, walking can sometimes feel like an Olympic sport.

By: Meghann Koppele Duffy ‎ ‎...

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Chronic Illness and the Dilemma of Choice medical treatments mental health multiple sclerosis Sep 12, 2025

About a decade ago, I had a massive liver tumor removed. My PT found it, and before I knew it, the surgery was scheduled for the next week.

By: Mariska Breland...

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Choosing MS Medications: What the Latest Research Says and Why Your Choice Matters medication multiple sclerosis Sep 08, 2025

If there’s one thing I’ve learned living with multiple sclerosis (MS), it’s that choosing a medication is never simple

By: Mariska Breland ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎

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Foot Drop Hack: Improve Your Walking Without a Brace foot drop gait walking Sep 02, 2025

Foot drop is a frustrating symptom for many people with neurological conditions, but you don’t always need a brace to make walking easier.

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Why You’re Yelling at the TV (Sports Edition) mirror neurons neurorehab neuroscience Aug 28, 2025

It’s the middle of a major soccer tournament (or maybe just a regular season match — let’s face it, there’s always a big game on!).

By: Mariska Breland ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎...

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There’s No Point Treating That, You’re Just Going to Get Worse foot drop medical gaslighting self-advocacy Aug 23, 2025

Ever been to a doctor, shared your frustratingly long saga of ankle pain and foot swelling, only to be met with a dismissive “meh”? 

By: Mariska Breland ‎ ‎ ‎ ...

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Heat and MS — Not a Happy Marriage heat multiple sclerosis summer Aug 12, 2025

It’s about 2 degrees shy of hell here in Washington, D.C. right now. Last year, I swore I’d be in San Diego for the summer. Yet here I am.

By: Mariska Breland ...

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How Much Neurological Disability Could be Prevented with Early Intervention? disability prevention Aug 02, 2025

Learn how disability in neurological is preventable, why people fall through the cracks, and what you can do so you don't.

By: Mariska Breland ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ...

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Depression, Suicide, and Neurological Conditions: Why We Need to Talk About It  anxiety depression multiple sclerosis parkinson's disease suicide Jul 28, 2025

Depression is a common, often unspoken, companion to chronic illness. Yes, it's complex. But talking about it is the first step.

By: Mariska Breland ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ...

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Why Does MS Look Different for Everyone? Exploring Causes, Genetics, and the Power of Individuality genetics multiple sclerosis neuroscience Jul 14, 2025

Multiple sclerosis (MS) isn’t a one-size-fits-all disease. It’s as unique as the people who live with it. 

By: Mariska Breland ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎

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Understanding and Working with Foot Drop foot drop multiple sclerosis neurorehab stroke Jul 09, 2025

What exactly is foot drop? Is all foot drop the same or are there different types? What helps it, what doesn't.

By: Mariska Breland ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎

 

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Smell, Memory, and Brain Medicine: How Scents Shape Our Neurological Health neuroscience Jul 06, 2025

What's that one scent that instantly transports you back to your childhood? Why smell is one of our most powerful senses.

By: Mariska Breland ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎...

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