Victims of TBI in Kansas City Can Use New Web-Based Software to Assess Seriousness of Head Injury

A research team at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine has developed a web based screening tool to help assess victims of possible traumatic brain injury.  Dr. Wayne Gordon, PhD began developing this tool over 20 years ago, while working with school children.  During his work he realized a great number of them were suffering from TBI and because of abuse or assault, these injuries weren't being reported. More recently the software has been used to help diagnose and test soldiers returning from the war in the Middle East.

 

The software, known as the Brain Injury Screening Questionnaire, or BISQ for short, is a web based tool that allows possible victims to anonymously answer questions about their head injury to determine if they need further treatment.  The anonymous survey asks questions about the mental state of the victim: are they dazed?, confused?, disoriented?  It addresses sleep patterns, memory selection, ability to carry out daily routines and organization.  When the test is finished, a report is generated and if the victim is considered at risk, they are advised to see a doctor or neurologist for further treatment.

 

The software is only $15 and can be purchased through the Mount Sinai School of Medicine.

 

At Roswold Law Group, our experienced Kansas and Missouri Brain Injury Lawyers, we know that most traumatic brain injuries often are under-diagnosed and if left untreated can have long term cognitive effects that can affect behavioral patterns and cause long-term permanent brain damage, sometimes leading to severe brain illnesses.

 

If you or someone you love has suffered a traumatic brain injury in Kansas or Missouri, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses, including but not limited to medical bills, lost wages and even legal fees.  Facing an uphill battle against your insurance company?  Contact the Kansas City Personal Injury Lawyers of Roswold Law Group.

 

With over 15 years of experience in Brain and Spinal injuries including cases of Traumatic Brain Injury, we may be able to help you and your family through this difficult and often stressful time.  Call us today to set up a free consultation to discuss your personal injury claim.