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Introduction to Bobath (Module 1) Human Movement Analysis as a Basis of Clinical Intervention Duration: Half day Friday and all day Saturday Course Tutor: Paul Johnson Course Description: This two-day module is designed to introduce participants to the concept of movement analysis in the assessment and treatment of adults with neurological or neuromuscular dysfunction…
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Ataxia Course This course will focus on the principles of rehabilitation for Ataxic presentations. Duration: Full day Saturday and half day Sunday Course Tutor: Sue Armstrong Course Description: We will review basic relevant neuroscience of the cerebellum and brainstem, as well as an update of current relevant research, with link to clinical presentations and interventions,…
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Introduction to Bobath (Module 2) The Integration of Postural Control and Selective Movement for Functional Activities (Part A) Duration: Half Day Friday and All Day Saturday Course Tutor: Paul Johnson Course Description: This BBTA module will include patient demonstrations, theoretical and practical sessions. It will focus on the assessment and treatment of the acute and…
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Introduction to Bobath (Module 3) The integration of postural control and selective movement for functional activities (Part B) Duration: Half Day Friday and All Day Saturday Course Tutor: Paul Johnson Course Description: This BBTA module will include patient demonstrations, theoretical and practical sessions. It will focus on the assessment and treatment of the patient with more…
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Introduction to posture and balance. Course one of a three-part course series designed for physiotherapy assistants and carers working with individuals living with a neurological condition. The course aims to improve the participants: knowledge of analysing how their clients are moving and the impact this may be having on their functional performance in everyday activities…
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Optimising recovery of gait. Course two of a three-part course series designed for physiotherapy assistants and carers working with individuals living with a neurological condition. The course aims to improve the participants: knowledge of analysing how their clients are moving and the impact this may be having on their functional performance in everyday activities To…
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Optimising recovery of upper limb function specific to reaching and grasping. Course three of a three-part course series designed for physiotherapy assistants and carers working with individuals living with a neurological condition. The course aims to improve the participants: knowledge of analysing how their clients are moving and the impact this may be having on…
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Course Objectives: Increase understanding of the dynamic relationship between posture and upper limb activity within function Identify the components required for reach and grasp of the upper limb Develop clinical reasoning skills in the treatment and management of upper limb dysfunction in a neurologically impaired patient Increase confidence in handling and treatment skills of the…
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Course Aims: Discussion of the complex picture of “What exactly is Spasticity?” Clinical Reasoning related to specific presentations under the umbrella term of “Spasticity” The therapist’s role in enabling patients to improve their control of spasticity Course Will Involve: Theoretical introduction, patient demonstrations and practical sessions exploring a range of specific treatment techniques Duration: This…
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