BIKA® – Objectives and Mission

  • Professionalization of caregivers in therapeutic-activating Bobath BIKA® care for patients with central nervous system impairments, aiming to:
  • 1. Promote and individually activate patients in their everyday competencies
  • 2. Support preventive measures for caregivers through body-conscious working methods
  • 3. Prevent secondary complications in patients
  • Promotion of the Bobath concept in hospital and elderly care
  • Further development and quality enhancement of the Bobath concept in nursing, based on research findings, especially in nursing science
  • Collaboration with individuals and organizations that support the Bobath concept

BIKA® Offers

  • Certified basic and advanced courses led by qualified nursing instructors
  • Advanced training as a Bobath BIKA® Practice Companion
  • Advanced training as a Bobath BIKA® Nursing Instructor and
  • Advanced Nursing Instructor Bobath BIKA®
  • Publications in professional journals and books

BIKA® Ensures Quality Through

  • Defined course guidelines for Bobath basic and advanced nursing courses
  • Regular BIKA® special training sessions for all members
  • Integration of current scientific findings
  • Development of definitions, guidelines, and evaluation criteria
  • Structured patient-centered care