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)
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Dr. 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 MoreCongratulations to Our Trio of Austin Monthly Top Doctors
At Child Neurology Consultants of Austin, we are humbled any time that we receive accolades from patients, fellow medical professionals, and the local Austin community. To start off 2022, we are once again honored to have several of our board-certified pediatric neurologists named as “Top Doctors” in Austin Monthly magazine. They are all repeat “Top
Read MoreAnnouncing Our Texas Monthly SuperDoctors for 2021
We are always grateful for many things at this time of year, and none more so than when we earn praise from our patients and peers. Child Neurology Consultants of Austin is humbled once again to have several of our board certified pediatric neurologists receive recognition as Texas Monthly “SuperDoctors” for 2021. They are: Lindsay
Read MoreEasing Back-to-School Anxiety
Austin and Central Texas students are heading back to school this month with new backpacks, lunchboxes, and probably a few butterflies in their stomachs. There’s always an air of excitement surrounding the new school year when meeting new friends and teachers, and of course, reconnecting with old ones. This year, there may be some bits
Read MoreSleep Hacks for Kids Just in Time for Summer
Sleep has been elusive for so many people over this past year with the pandemic, especially for children and teenagers. Disrupted schedules, fear and anxiety about the virus, and not being able to see friends and loved ones for so long took a serious toll on even the most sound sleepers. Even though school is
Read MoreChild Neurology Consultants’ Physicians Named ‘Top Docs for Kids’ in Austin
Once again, many of our physicians were recognized for their outstanding work and patient care. Austin Monthly magazine recently named its “Top Docs for Kids” in the April issue, with ten of our CNCA physicians making the list. We’re not surprised — we know kids. It’s our specialty. We are passionate about meeting them, treating
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 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
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?
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