Dr. Michael Reardon is one of Child Neurology Consultant’s experts on concussions. He is frequently consulted for his expertise on how to prevent and treat pediatric concussions, especially in relation to youth sports, and often works with local fire stations and school districts to provide concussion health education. Dr. Reardon is a graduate of the
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FOX7 Austin: Dr. Reardon Updates On Concussions
Many parents of kids playing sports think of concussions as just being related to football. But as Child Neurology Consultant’s Dr. Michael Reardon explains, concussions are possible—and even more prevalent—in other sports as well, including girls’ soccer, basketball, and even cheerleading. Dr. Reardon recently visited Fox-7’s Good Day Austin to discuss new research out about
Read MoreA Rise in Concussions Isn’t All Bad News
Cooler autumn temps, pumpkin spice lattes, football season, and concussions…it’s what fall is all about. From the most seasoned pros, including just recently NFL player Cam Newton, to the tiniest kids of Pop Warner, concussions are rampant on the football field. According to a new report, rates of concussions have reached an all-time high over
Read MoreConcussion Expert Loves Playing the Blues
When not treating patients or teaching the community about best concussion health practices, Dr. Michael Reardon might also be found playing blues or jazz harmonica for local bands. And it’s not just a little hobby he picked up in college…he’s really good! Here he is playing with Darius Jackson and The Mighty Texas Blues Band at one
Read More3 Key Facts About Concussions
It’s almost fall, which means one thing in Texas…the return of football season. Football is played by kids of all ages around here, starting as young as five years old in some local Pop Warner and flag football leagues. Other popular fall sports include boys’ and girls’ soccer and basketball. All three sports involve a
Read MoreDr. Reardon on KVUE-TV: Why Concussions Are Under-reported
A recent study suggests that the number of concussion injuries may be much higher than reported…possibly 1.5 million more. With the sports season approaching soon, Dr. Michael Reardon, concussion specialist at Child Neurology Consultants of Austin, spoke to KVUE-TV about what parents should know about concussion injuries. See the interview on KVUE.com. Here are 4
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