What is the Bobath Concept all about?

The Bobath Concept is defined as:

“a problem solving approach to the assessment and treatment of individuals with disturbances of function, movement and postural control due to a lesion of the central nervous system”

In other words, it is a treatment approach that we use daily with our patients to improve their quality of movement and maximise their ability to function in day-to-day activities. As an established approach used in our Practice, Lucy was keen to find out more about it. Over the past few months she has attended three weekend courses with the British Bobath Tutors Association (BBTA). She has completed modules on “What is Normal Movement?” and “The Assessment and Treatment of Adults with Neurological Conditions: Parts A and B”.

The courses gave Lucy an introduction to the concept of movement analysis, leading onto the assessment and treatment of adults with neurological or neuromuscular dysfunction. Through the three courses, and plenty of in-house support and opportunity to refine her skills, Lucy has developed her competence in observation and her ability to analyse posture and movement. She has also increased her skills in facilitation of movement and therapeutic handling to improve alignment and activate for greater postural control, stability and efficient movement.

Lucy thoroughly enjoyed her time on the courses, the opportunity to learn and improve her skills, and to meet her peers working in Neurology in a variety of settings. Lucy looks forward to using the new techniques she has learnt during treatment sessions with her patients.

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Marie Oxtoby

I am the Chair/Co-ordinator of Bolton Neuro Voices, a small local charity. I first contacted SP Therapy Services in 2012 when I was looking for a neuro physiotherapist to help us pilot a new Hydrotheraoy Course for people with long-term neurological conditions. Since then Susan Pattison and her staff have helped us to deliver ten courses to a total of more than 200 people and to facilitate the progress of many on to ongoing Continuation Programmes. Her expertise and willingness to listen and respond to our needs and those of our very varied participants is hugely appreciated and our partnership has gone from strength to strength. I unreservedly recommend this practice.

Amanda Knight

Andy provided a very thorough and considered physiotherapy assessment of a client with complex needs. His report was to a very high standard and underpinned all immediate and long term therapy needs. Thank you!

Elaine O'Flaherty

Very professional service and high quality of reports and communication to ensure best practice and outcomes for my clients.

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SP Therapy Services has supported Greater Manchester Spinal Injury Group for many years. Susan and Rebecca have demonstrated knowledge and skill and been adaptable to working in community settings. I would have no hesitation in recommending SP Therapy Services

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