Child Neurology Consultants’ board-certified pediatric neurologist Dr. Jinfon Ong recently contributed to an article about cerebral palsy (CP) for SELF. He shared insight specifically on a form of this common condition known as spastic cerebral palsy. Spactic cerebral palsy affects about 80% of those diagnosed with CP, and it is something we treat often in
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“In Our Arms” Provides Much Needed Online Support for Families Facing Complex Diagnoses
Child Neurology Consultants cherish the opportunity to keep in touch with patients and their families even long after their care has ended with us. Like Juli Henderson. She is the parent of a very special former patient (her son Robert) of Dr. Karen Keough’s and the founder of an important new online community dedicated to
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 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 MoreSpecial Needs Hit Primetime with ‘Speechless’
TV shows these days now cover everything from time travel to the transgender. So it’s no surprise that something finally came along addressing the sensitivities, albeit with a splash of humor, about the special needs community. Cue up Speechless from ABC’s primetime lineup. The heart of the story is a character named JJ who has
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