Adult Neurological Conditions
Course description
This BBTA and IBITA recognised course is split into 3 modules over a period of 4-5 months.
Module 1 is 2 weeks in length and consists of theoretical and practical sessions and patient demonstrations. Course members are involved in patient treatment sessions supervised by tutors.
Module 2 is a period of independent learning resulting in the production of a clinically based project.
Module 3 is 1 week in length and consists of theoretical and practical sessions, patient demonstrations, and workshops.
Course aims
To offer the participant the opportunity to gain an understanding of the philosophy of and neurophysiological bases underlying the current Bobath Concept.
To develop the participants ability to use the current Bobath Concept in the assessment and treatment of patients with neurological dysfunction.
To develop participants skills of observation, analysis and facilitation of movement.
To provide opportunities to expand participants clinical reasoning and problem solving skills.
To describe and measure consequences of neurological dysfunction and the impact that rehabilitation intervention based on the Bobath Concept may have.
To link the current evidence base and clinical practice.
Learning Outcomes
At the conclusion of the course the course member will be able to:
1 Understand the history and ongoing development of The Bobath Concept.
2 Integrate the principles of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) in their evaluation and treatment of adults with neurological disorders.
3. Analyse and facilitate efficient postural and movement control in preparation for and during functional activity.
4. Understand the functional consequences of lesions of the central nervous system.
5. Observe and analyse dysynergic and/or inefficient movement and function and influence this through intervention.
6. Utilise the principles of motor control, motor learning, neural plasticity and muscle plasticity in their approach to treatment.
7. Understand the relationship between assessment and treatment and implement the ongoing process of clinical reasoning.
8. Adapt and apply appropriate theoretical principles of treatment to the individual patient/client within his environment.
9. Develop effective handling skills and incorporate them with the appropriate environmental and other influences in order to regain function.
10. Appreciate the importance of appropriate outcome measures to support evidence based practice.
11. Continue learning through critical reading, self evaluation, and sharing with others.
For completion of the course the course member will have undertaken a period of self-directed learning in the form of an individual assignment related to the clinical practice of The Bobath Concept.
Who is this course suitable for?
Qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists working in neurology who are approaching or are already at a Senior level.
Requirements
Completion of the Normal Movement introductory module within four years of applying to go onto the waiting list is a prerequisite when applying for the Basic Bobath course.
How to apply
We hold a waiting list for places on the Basic Bobath Course. To apply to go on the waiting list please send the following:
Curriculum Vitae including CSP or BAOT number
Copy of your Normal Movement Course certificate
Copy of the Health Professions Council Registration
Please send to:
BBTA
PO Box 564
York
YO30 1WY
Please indicate with your application whether or not you can attend at any location and/or whether you can attend at short notice in the event of a cancellation. Please include a daytime telephone number that we may contact you on.
Examples of Project Titles and Abstracts
| Title | Post date |
|---|---|
| Improving alignment and stability in stance will improve selectivity of the contralateral leg in swing phase | Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 6:30pm |
| Improving the awareness of a body part and its interaction with a base of support will reduce compensatory strategies in sitting, sit to stand and gait | Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 6:29pm |
| Improving interaction between the shoulder girdle and trunk in the early patient will facilitate optimum trunk control allowing improved function in either upper limb | Tuesday, May 19, 2009 - 8:41pm |
Suggested reading
Cohen H, 2nd Edition (1999) Neuroscience for Rehabilitation. Lipincott, Williams and Wilkins PhiladelphiaI SBN 0397554656 An introductory text linking neuroscience and rehabilitation (chapters 1-3, 5, 7, 8 & 17)
Greenfield S (1997) The Human Brain: A Guided Tour. Phoenix Press ISBN 0753801558
Kandel E R, Schwartz J H, Jessell T M (1995) Essentials of Neural Science and Behaviour. Appleton and Lange, USA ISBN 0838522475 A good basis for the understanding of neuroscience (chapters 1-12, 20, 26-29, 33 & 36)
Lasserson D, Gabriel C, Sharrack B (1998) Mosby's Crash Course: Nervous System and Special Senses. Mosby, London ISBN 0723429898 A short paperback revision book
Leonard C.T. (1998) The Neuroscience of Human Movement. Mosby, U.S.A. ISBN 0815153716 A straightforward and easy to read text (chapters 1,2 & 3 plus components of others)
Laurie Lundy-Ekman, 2nd Edition (2002) Neuroscience: Fundamentals for Rehabilitation. W B Saunders ISBN 0721693733 A cumulative building block of neuroscience for therapists
Stokes M (1998) Neurological Physiotherapy. Mosby International Limited, London ISBN 0723425930 Some useful, well referenced information that is easy to read (chapters 1,2 & 6)
Suggested reading related to Normal Movement
Bronstein A M, Brandt T, Nutt J & Woollacott M 2nd Edition (2003) Clinical Disorders of Balance Posture and Gait. Arnold, London ISBN 0340806575 This text contains an in depth analysis of problems related to balance and gait with the first 3 chapters introducing fundamental information (chapters 1-3)
Edwards S 2nd Edition (2002) Neurological Physiotherapy: A Problem Solving Approach. Churchill Livingstone, London ISBN 0443064407 This text is easy to read and contains useful information related to the foundations for treatment of the neurological patient (aspects of all but especially chapters 2 & 4)
Pitt-Brook J (1997) Rehabilitation of Movement. W.B Saunders Co, London ISBN 0702021571 A useful revision text relating to the control of human movement
Shumway-Cook A, Woollacott M. 2nd ed (2001) Motor Control: Theory and practical applications. Williams and Wilkins, U.S.A. ISBN 068330643 This text discusses the relationship between research, theory and practice (chapters 1-6)
Trew M and Everett T 4th Edition (2001) Human Movement: An Introductory Text 3rd ed. Churchill Livingstone, UK ISBN 0443076687 A basic and easy to read text concerned with the study of human movement and its abnormalities
Organising a course
The Basic Bobath course is split into three modules over 4-5 months.
Module l is a two week teaching module (Monday to Friday).
Module ll involves a work based project.
Module lll is a 1 week teaching module (Monday to Friday).
The usual number of participants is 20. Use the following resources to help you organise your course:
