Bobath and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Methods and Their Application in Stroke - Perception of Occupational Therapists

Abstract

Stroke is one of the leading causes of death in developed countries and can result in physical, sensory, and cognitive deficits. The aim of this study is to enunciate the perception of occupational therapists about the application of Bobath and PNF methods in the treatment of hemiplegic patients. It is intended to conduct a qualitative, descriptive, exploratory, and cross-sectional study, with 19 occupational therapists to practice in Physical Rehabilitation in Portugal. The results show that it is necessary to carry out training for the application of the methods under study. The combined use of techniques is the most adopted model, and therapists use them throughout the rehabilitation process.