Traumatic Brain Injury Specialists Serving Greater Kansas City MO
Comprehensive Outpatient TBI Care That Changes Lives
If you've suffered a blow, bump, or sudden jolt to the head — whether from a motor vehicle accident, fall, sports injury, or assault — it's critical to get evaluated for a traumatic brain injury (TBI). At Core Medical Center, with locations in Overland Park, KS and Blue Springs, MO, we offer advanced, outpatient‒focused TBI treatment tailored to your unique recovery needs.
Even if you never lose consciousness or your injury seems minor, symptoms of TBI can emerge days or weeks later and disrupt memory, concentration, mood, balance, and quality of life. Early diagnosis and multidisciplinary care make a significant difference in outcomes.
What is a Traumatic Brain Injury?
A traumatic brain injury is caused by an external force that affects the normal function of the brain. This can result from:
Direct impact to the head or neck
Penetrating injuries (e.g., foreign objects)
Acceleration-deceleration trauma (e.g., whiplash)
TBIs vary in severity from mild (concussions) to severe injuries that impact cognition, speech, coordination, and emotional stability. Even mild TBIs can have cumulative and lasting effects if not managed correctly.
Common TBI Symptoms We Treat
These symptoms may fluctuate or appear subtly over time. That's why a proper diagnostic evaluation is key.
Persistent or worsening headaches
Dizziness or balance problems
Blurred vision or sensitivity to light
Memory loss and attention deficits
Difficulty with speech or language
Mood swings, anxiety, or depression
Cognitive processing delays
Noise and sensory intolerance
How We Treat Traumatic Brain Injuries
One of the most effective tools for early diagnosis of TBI is the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS), developed in Scotland about 50 years ago. Using the Glasgow Coma Scale, we’ll carefully observe how you respond to specific stimuli:
Your verbal response
We’ll attempt to engage you in conversation. The better you are able to understand and participate in the conversation, the higher you’ll score.
Your body’s motor response
We’ll ask you to engage in certain physical tasks. The better your body moves, the higher you’ll score.
Your eye-opening response
We will carefully observe how your eyes move in response to external stimuli.
Once we’ve observed your responses to the above stimuli, we’ll calculate a total score. You’ll have a total of 15 points available. A score of 13 or higher signifies a mild TBI, commonly referred to as a concussion. A score of 8 or below is deemed a severe TBI. All scores in between are diagnosed as moderate.
Additionally, we are excited to offer our patients access to the BrainView NeuralScan System, a portable, non-invasive software and hardware tool that can provide early warning of potential cognitive dysfunction.
Advantages of Treatment With Core Medical Center
Our care can help alleviate a variety of pains and conditions you may be experiencing. At Core Medical Center, we work to provide comprehensive care to help you live a balanced and pain‒free life. Some of the advantages of our care include:
Rehabilitation Services
Get comprehensive rehabilitation services to ensure that you make a full recovery.
Improved Recovery
Getting proper treatment can improve your recovery.
Improved Cognitive Function
Regular evaluations and treatments can help restore your cognitive abilities in the event they were damaged as a result of the TBI.
Vocational Rehabilitation
Vocational training can help you return to work and normalcy.
Why Choose Core Medical Center for Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment?
Core Medical Center is dedicated to healing the causes of our patients’ pain instead of only addressing the symptoms. To this end, we dedicate ourselves to ensuring each of our patients is treated like an individual and gets personalized care. Our team of skilled professionals can help you get the care you need and improve your overall health.
At Core Medical Center, we understand the potential risks associated with any type of bump or blow to the head, and we can quickly determine the nature of your injury and the care you require. To learn more, contact Core Medical Center online or call our offices in Blue Springs, Missouri, at (816) 427‒0201.
Brain Injury FAQs
Can you live a normal life after a traumatic brain injury?
Without care, it is possible, though sometimes difficult, to live a normal life after a traumatic brain injury. About 50% of people will experience further decline within 5 years after the initial injury.
What is considered a traumatic brain injury?
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is any injury to the brain that is caused by an external force such as a blow or impact to the head.
Can you recover from a brain injury?
It is possible to recover from a brain injury. Certain injuries may not recover as well or take longer, but the use of services like those offered by Core Medical Center can aid recovery.
Can the brain fully recover from trauma?
The brain can heal itself, but it can be further healed through the use of care from clinics like Core Medical Center.
Is this covered under insurance?
If your insurance is medicare and commercial, we are in-network. They will cover it at whatever rate they are contracted and if its MVA is typically on lien or med pay or pip or both, work comp is covered by the carrier.
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