With school back in session and the return to fall sports like football and soccer, the risk of concussions for any child who steps out on the field is high. It is estimated that more than one million kids under the age of 18 suffer from sports-related concussions each year. Pediatrix Specialty Care of Austin
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Headache Resources for Heading to College
Congratulations to all our patients who recently graduated high school! To those who are heading off to college, we want to make sure you have the same quality care that we always strive to provide you at Pediatrix Child Neurology Consultants of Austin. For migraine sufferers, this debilitating condition unfortunately often extends into adulthood after
Read MoreWelcome Dr. Riddhiben Patel
Pediatrix Child Neurology Consultants of Austin is pleased to welcome Dr. Riddhiben Patel to our experienced team of headache and migraine experts. Dr. Patel has a special interest in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric headaches and migraines, as well as general neurology disorders. She offers the most advanced treatments for effectively managing headaches and
Read MoreEasing Migraines with Mindfulness
Migraines affect more than one billion people worldwide, including one in 11 children, according to the American Migraine Foundation. Those who suffer from these debilitating headaches often seek ways to ease symptoms like throbbing pain, nausea, dizziness, and sudden sensitivities to light and sound. While there are many effective medications and injections (such as Botox)
Read MoreDr. Lindsay Elton Explains Abdominal Migraines
What is an abdominal migraine? Is it a tummy ache in your head, or vice-versa (a migraine in your tummy)? Although rare in adults, an abdominal migraine can be a common condition in young children and teenagers. Board-certified pediatric neurologist and migraine expert, Dr. Lindsay Elton, shared what she knows about this very unique type
Read MoreCan too much sleep trigger a migraine?
We are often reminded that if we don’t get enough sleep, our bodies will suffer. Healthful, restorative sleep is necessary for optimal brain function (especially in children) and boosts immunity–something that is so important right now for all of us as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. But can too much sleep actually be harmful, too?
Read MoreFacebook Live Series: Managing Kids’ Headaches and Migraines
Join us on Wednesday, April 29, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. CT The COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented change and stress. To help support our families during this time, we are launching a series of video broadcasts to be streamed live on Facebook about various topics that impact our patient families. The next Facebook Live event
Read MoreNot Just for Beauty! 3 Ways Botox Helps Our Patients
Botox to smooth fine lines and wrinkles? Yes. But Botox to help treat pediatric patients? Also, yes. Botox has long been known for its role in cosmetic enhancements. It has also been used widely for other medical purposes since the 1990s. So, what is it? Botox is derived from a specific kind of bacterium (Clostridium
Read MorePrevent ‘Testing Season’ Headaches, Migraines with These 7 Tips
In Austin, March is a month full of fun activities from rodeo to SXSW to Spring Break. Then why do we often see a spike of headaches and migraines among kids? Allergies are one of the main causes, which tend to run high in March. The other cause is often associated with a five letter
Read MoreStress, Screen Time Likely Causes for Surge in Kids’ Headaches
A recent report says that hospital ERs have seen a big increase in the number of kids and teens reporting headaches. What is causing the increase? And is there anything kids (and parents) can do to prevent them? Dr. Lindsay Elton, pediatric neurologist who specializes in headaches/migraines, says she is not surprised by the report.
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