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Mary Bobath

Mary Bobath was a physiotherapist who developed a therapeutic approach to help people recover movement and function after neurological conditions like stroke or brain injury. Her method focuses on understanding each individual's unique needs, encouraging normal movement patterns, and providing specific exercises to improve coordination and strength. The goal is to promote independence and better quality of life by retraining the brain and muscles to work together effectively. Her techniques are widely used in neurorehabilitation and emphasize patient-centered, functional recovery.