Course Objectives

After the completion of the course the participants will be able to:

• Understand and apply the principles of NDT-Bobath approach in clinical practice.

• Achieve an in-depth knowledge of the human movement and expertise and expertise in analyzing movement, postural control, activity, and participation through the lifespan, form the basis for examination, evaluation, and intervention.

• Understanding processes involved in typical and atypical sensory-motor development and its implication on Function and Participation enabling participants to differentiate between typical, delayed, and atypical development. Explores not only what infants are doing, but also how they are learning new skills and refining others.

• Develop Observational and Analytical skills and the ability to use the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) model in a problem-solving approach to assess activity and participation, thereby to identify and prioritize relevant integrities and impairments as a basis for establishing achievable outcomes with clients and caregivers.

• Apply in clinical practice the theoretical knowledge of the Neuroscience and Theories of Motor Control and motor learning.

• Gain insight into Orthopaedic and Medical aspects from a therapist’s perspective.

• Develop treatment strategies and interventions to promote the essential elements of development to maximize outcomes for their clients.

• Develop individualized therapeutic handling, refining, adapting, and modifying their handling to different ages and severities.  

• Develop assessment and intervention skills necessary for function and participation through play, addressing issues in sensory processing and motor function.

• Organize strategies to facilitate effective movement and posture to improve upper limb function for achieving children and families’ goals.

• Use clinical reasoning for choosing the most effective aids, techniques, and assistive technology tools to promote functional independence and participation in everyday life.

• Work within a multidisciplinary team. Planning intervention together with the family and/ or other caregivers will be emphasized to empower them in the day-to-day management and handling of their infant.