Dr. Javier Cardenas

Neurologist, specializing in concussion and other forms of brain injury. Member of the NFL’s Head, Neck and Spine Committee. WVU Mountaineer

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I’m incredibly exited for the 1st annual Rockefeller #Concussion Network event on Friday August 25th with our partners and friends: @WVATA1983 @MUSportsMed @impacttest @WVUMedicine @WVURNI

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@wvheadachedoc @WVURNI @WestVirginiaU @gordongee @claymarsh I am honored and excited to join such an amazing team!

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Always a pleasure speaking to @MarkMcClune of @azfamily. Thank you for the opportunity and good luck with the new podcast!

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A saliva test can now signal concussion. Is this a game changer?
@theconcussiondr from @BarrowNeuro joins @azfamily to discuss.

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Everybody is almost ready for ⁦@SuperBowl⁩ LV , including the pirate ship!

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As a health care provider on the field, I am looking forward to honoring the Health Care Heroes in the stands. #SBLV

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Unlike 2018, there are no ice sculptures this year 😄

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I have fond memories of Super Bowl 49, when Arizona last hosted. I served as UNC with my @BarrowNeuro colleague Taro Kaibara.

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Another amazing morning in Tampa. Raining this morning. Clear skies ahead for @SuperBowl LV

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Beautiful morning for a run in Tampa ahead of @SuperBowl LV.

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Domestic violence survivors often live in the shadows. They rarely have the support, money and resources needed to get help for their TBIs. We're honored to offer a pioneering program that is changing that narrative.

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The Barrow Concussion & Brain Injury Center participated in #WearPurpleDay to raise awareness about #domesticviolence. The Center is home to a unique program that identifies & treats individuals w/ #traumaticbraininjuries caused by domestic abuse. #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth

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Proud to call Tracy Thomas, RN, a colleague. A wonderful example of the heroic efforts on the front lines of COVID-19 at @DignityHealthAZ. And thanks to @AZCardinals for this recognition.

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A huge thank you to #TheRealHeroes.

@DeAndreHopkins recognized local nurse Tracy Thomas, an RN at @DignityHealthAZ St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center for her incredible work she is doing leading the COVID-19 Response.

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Tragic consequence of colloid cyst in the brain: Oilers Center Colby Cave Dies at Age 25 After Being in Coma After Brain Bleed. More info about colloid cysts from Barrow: https://t.co/dtGcToCkgA ⁦@BarrowNeuro⁩ https://t.co/mDkHn8lhAp

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Rule changes and style of play make a difference!: #Concussions were reduced by 28% at the 2019 Rugby World Cup compared with the 2018. There were 74% more yellow cards and 138% more red cards at the tournament than in 2018. https://t.co/muUabRXHZJ

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Just how serious is this prank?: 'Skull Breaker Challenge' Causes Teen To Suffer #Concussion and Seizure. The pranksters have been charged with assault! https://t.co/H1qetXf67w

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This message from @LAFDtalk needs to be shared. The "prank" that is all over social media can have longterm health impacts for those targeted.

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The⚠️#SkullbreakerChallenge⚠️ is an extremely dangerous prank that has gone viral.

It involves tricking someone into jumping, and then kicking their legs out from beneath them.

It could easily cause lifelong injury or death.

Talk To Your Kids!

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It’s cold and wet outside in Indianapolis but warm inside at the NFL Combine. Looking forward to thoughtful discussions about #concussion health & safety.

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Great meeting of the minds at the ⁦⁦@NCAA_SSI⁩ today. I appreciate all the thoughtful members working together to keep all student athletes safe and healthy!

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Interesting interview with my @BarrowNeuro colleague @taro99 on the growth of youth ice hockey in
Arizona despite #concussion risk.

https://t.co/HZOzXQyI4d

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Whether it is anxiety just before game time or depression after a loss, our mental health can have a significant impact on our physical state and performance. When athletes speak up, others listen.

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I'm seeing a positive trend recently: pro and college athletes speaking freely about mental health issues. Much of what happens on and off the field has to do with mental health.