Thursday, September 15, 2016

Exercise and Cognitive Performance in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis

A growing body of studies has been published recently looking at the impact of exercise on cognitive symptoms in a number of chronic conditions, including multiple sclerosis.  

A recent pilot study presented by Dr. Brian M. Sandroff at the 2016 Annual Meeting of the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers, provided intriguing results on treadmill walking and its impact on cognitive measures and aerobic fitness.  

Tools & Technology to Improve Your Life

Exciting advancements in technology and medical equipment offer the ability to enhance and improve the lives of people living with multiple sclerosis. Many people with MS experience various changes in physical and cognitive function.

Mobility, daily activities, memory, concentration and organization can all be affected. You can compensate for these changes by using some of the excellent tools that are now available. Join us for an informative discussion of the latest tools, equipment and technology that can improve your physical and cognitive function. This workshop will teach you how to:

Nutrition and Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Evergreen Neuroscience Institute hosts a cutting-edge workshop on 

The role of nutrition in the development of MS and treatment of MS has been a topic of great interest for decades, but much is still unknown. 

On July 23, 2016, EvergreenHealth hosted the third annual “Food for the Brain – nutrition and MS” workshop, sponsored by the National MS Society and pharmaceutical support. This annual workshop serves to answer questions about the latest research in nutrition that is relevant to MS. 

Therapeutic Yoga for MS








Build confidence, resilience and stability through this therapeutically designed class specific for people living with MS. Increase your flexibility and calm your nervous system with this safe and compassionate program. Our therapeutic teacher team’s extensive adaptive yoga training and experience will facilitate your understanding of how to restore, renew and regenerate your energy. Join us for a heartfelt exploration into health, wholeness and well-being. Class is accessible for all levels and capacity.

Kirkland MS Self Help Group

Find comfort and strength with other spouses and partners, as you learn new resources and make new connections.   Share your story and learn new ways to meet the challenges MS brings to a relationship. 

You can do something to improve bladder function…

Participate in MS research

The *MIRROR STUDY* is now enrolling patients with MS and overactive bladder. 

The EvergreenHealth MS Center is looking for subjects with multiple sclerosis (MS) and overactive bladder (bladder

Redmond Self Help Group

Find comfort and strength with your peers as you learn, cope, laugh and celebrate the challenges and successes of living with MS. We welcome people of all ages with all different types of MS.  Share your story and learn new ways to live with MS.