Balance Assessment for Concussion Recovery in Kansas City
After a concussion, many patients experience changes in balance, stability, and coordination. These issues can affect daily activities, increase the risk of falls, and slow overall recovery. At Keystone Medical Group, we provide a thorough balance assessment to evaluate stability, sensory integration, and vestibular function. Our goal is to identify underlying deficits and develop personalized treatment strategies that improve balance, reduce dizziness, and support full recovery. We serve patients throughout Kansas City, Overland Park, Lee’s Summit, Independence, Liberty, North Kansas City, Raytown, and surrounding areas.
Why Balance Assessment Matters
Concussions can disrupt the way the brain processes signals from the eyes, inner ear, and muscles that help maintain balance. Even mild impairments can affect walking, standing, and other routine movements. A detailed balance assessment allows clinicians to determine which systems are affected and design targeted therapies to restore stability and confidence in movement.
The Balance Assessment Process
At Keystone Medical Group, our balance evaluation is comprehensive and includes multiple tests to assess different aspects of stability and sensory integration.
Romberg Test
The Romberg test is a foundational assessment where patients stand with their feet together, arms at their sides, and eyes closed. By removing visual input, the test highlights reliance on proprioception and vestibular feedback for balance. Any swaying or instability can indicate a sensory integration problem or vestibular dysfunction.
Tandem Stance
In the tandem stance, patients stand heel-to-toe in a straight line. This position challenges the proprioceptive system, especially when performed on uneven surfaces or with eyes closed. It provides insight into fine motor balance control and the ability to maintain stability under increased demands.
Tandem Walking
Dynamic balance is assessed through tandem walking, where the patient walks heel-to-toe along a straight line. This test evaluates coordination, gait stability, and overall balance performance, which are often disrupted after a concussion. Observing movement during this test helps clinicians identify subtle deficits that may affect mobility and daily function.
Clinical Test of Sensory Integration and Balance (CTSIB)
The CTSIB evaluates how the visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems work together to maintain stability. During the test, patients stand on firm and foam surfaces with eyes both open and closed. This helps determine which systems are compensating for deficits and guides targeted interventions.
Lance Stevenson - Managing Director
Lance Stevenson serves as the Managing Director of Keystone Medical Group, bringing extensive experience in healthcare operations, clinical program development, and multidisciplinary patient care. As the visionary behind the clinic, he has designed Keystone to function as a fully integrated medical group, combining multiple specialties to provide comprehensive care for patients recovering from auto accidents, work injuries, and other personal injuries. He is committed to integrating medical, physical, and rehabilitative services under one roof, creating a streamlined experience that supports both patient recovery and outcomes.
Lance works closely with clinical providers, administrative staff, and case management teams to ensure that every aspect of patient care is coordinated effectively. His leadership emphasizes quality, accuracy, and patient-centered support.
Under his guidance, Keystone Medical Group has become a trusted resource for patients throughout Kansas City, Overland Park, Lee’s Summit, Independence, Liberty, North Kansas City, Shawnee, and surrounding areas, offering expert care, comprehensive case management, and advanced medical services.
Benefits of Comprehensive Balance Assessment
A thorough balance evaluation provides critical insights for concussion recovery:
Identifies vestibular or sensory integration deficits that may affect stability
Guides the development of individualized rehabilitation strategies
Reduces the risk of falls and related injuries
Supports faster and safer return to daily activities, work, and sports
Monitors progress over time to ensure ongoing improvement
Why Choose Keystone Medical Group
Patients choose Keystone Medical Group for concussion care because we provide comprehensive evaluations and personalized treatment plans. Our team integrates balance assessment with other concussion testing, including cognitive, oculomotor, and vestibular evaluations, to provide a complete picture of recovery needs. We work with patients across Kansas City and surrounding communities to ensure safe, effective rehabilitation and support throughout the healing process.
Schedule a Balance Assessment
If you or a loved one are recovering from a concussion and experiencing balance problems, dizziness, or instability, early evaluation is essential. Keystone Medical Group offers comprehensive concussion evaluations that include detailed balance assessment and personalized therapy plans. Learn more about our concussion evaluation services here: Keystone Medical Group – Concussion Evaluation
