New research is being conducted and technologies developed every single day on behalf of concussion prevention and management. This is great news. Because over the past several months, children and teenagers all over the country have returned to organized sports after the long shutdown due to Covid-19. Studies show that this group–kids and adolescents–are more
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Is there racial disparity in ADHD diagnoses? Dr. Dilip Karnik weighs in for Verywell Family
As of 2016 more than 6 million children in the U.S. had ADHD (CDC), and that number has likely only increased over the past five years. ADHD, or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, is a common neurological disorder that causes children (and adults) to be easily distracted, have difficulty paying attention or lose focus, or act impulsively.
Read MoreThe Truth About Youth Soccer Concussions
Soccer is said to be the fastest growing and most popular sport on earth. And it’s coming to Austin. The Austin FC soccer club makes its debut here this April. Child Neurology Consultants of Austin’s very own pediatric neurologist and concussion expert, Dr. Kate Labiner, will have a special role with the team as she
Read MoreDr. Kane in VeryWell Health: Multiple Sclerosis and Childhood Trauma
New research shows that there may be an important link between childhood trauma and the development and response to treatment of multiple sclerosis, or MS. MS is an autoimmune disorder that occurs when the body attacks its own healthy cells and tissues, specifically in the nervous system. Child Neurology Consultants’ board-certified pediatric neurologist Dr. Jeffery
Read More3 Little Known Facts About Cerebral Palsy
March is National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month! Do you know a child or teenager who has cerebral palsy or CP? If so, how much do you really know about this condition? CP is a group of neurologic disorders affecting how the brain communicates with muscles, often causing lifelong challenges with movement, strength, and balance. It is
Read MoreBaby, It’s Cold Outside…Here’s How to Stay Active Inside!
While it’s unlikely we’ll see another snow day like we had here in Central Texas last week, temps may still stay chilly for some time before spring arrives. It is always great to get kids outside for some fresh air and physical activity to keep their bodies and brains healthy, but if it’s too
Read MoreHow Effective is Laser Therapy for Seizures?
There are many ways we treat epilepsy and seizures at Child Neurology Consultants of Austin. Traditional seizure medications, dispensary CBD oil, electrical stimulation through the vagus nerve, and ultimately brain surgery (if seizures continue despite these treatments) are all potential options. MRI-guided laser therapy is a form of minimally invasive surgery using a proven technology
Read MoreWe’re Ushering In 2021 With A Slew of ‘Top Doctors’
Child Neurology Consultants of Austin is proud to start off the year with a special honor. Several of our physicians have been named to Austin Monthly’s annual listing of “Top Doctors.” Our practice is grateful to have so many regularly recognized by our peers across the local Austin community, and especially this year when everyone
Read MoreCongrats and Claps to Our Texas Monthly SuperDoctors
At Child Neurology Consultants of Austin, we are always humbled to receive accolades from our fellow peers in medicine. During this extremely challenging year when everyone in the medical and healthcare communities has gone above and beyond–and then some–we are especially honored to have had several of our physicians recognized once again as Texas Monthly
Read MoreADHD: What to know from Dr. Lindsay Elton in HealthCentral
How much do you know about ADHD? There’s a fair chance that someone in your immediate circle is affected by it. According to a recent study in JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association), roughly one in ten children and teens in the U.S. face challenges of this common neurodevelopmental disorder. The CDC also says
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