Neuro Treatment Approaches — NPTE Comparison

Which neuro approach focuses on task-specific relearning and normal movement analysis?

Carr & Shepherd

Think:

• Functional tasks

• Motor relearning

• Movement analysis

• Practice + feedback

Which neuro approach uses key points of control to inhibit abnormal movement and facilitate normal movement?

Bobath/NDT

Think:
Inhibit abnormal → facilitate normal

Which neuro approach initially encourages synergy patterns?

Brunnstrom

Think:
Use synergies → eventually break out of synergies

Which neuro approach uses diagonal/spiral patterns and resistance?

PNF

Think:

• D1/D2

• Resistance

• Proprioception

• Overflow

• Manual contacts

Which neuro approach uses sensory stimulation such as icing, brushing, tapping, and pressure?

Rood

Think:
Sensory input → motor output

How do I distinguish the major neuro approaches on the NPTE?

Back:

Approach	Think
Carr & Shepherd	Task-specific motor relearning
Bobath/NDT	Inhibit abnormal + facilitate normal
Brunnstrom	Synergies + 7 recovery stages
PNF	Diagonals + resistance + proprioception
Rood	Sensory stimulation