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
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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
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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
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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 MoreChild 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 MoreAt 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
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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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Do you know what “FFFF” is? It stands for Fight, Flight, Freeze and Fib. These words describe our natural reactions when we are confused, scared or challenged. For special needs children, especially those with ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), the FFFF response can easily go from zero to sixty in no time at all.
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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?
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“Fear of failure” isn’t a new concept among kids and teenagers. Mounting academic pressures combined with a more dominant social media culture have exacerbated this “need for perfection” over recent years. While it can be debilitating, contributing to bouts of anxiety or depression which can cause headaches, migraines and even seizures, there are solutions to
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