Teodora Dimitrova

Teodora Dimitrova

Kinesiotherapist

Specialties: Kinesiotherapist Bobath Therapist

Teodora has been part of the therapeutic team in the Physiotherapy sector of Karin Dom since 2008. She mainly works with children with motor difficulties and shares that “every small step and progress in a child’s development is always very energising and motivating when working with children with special needs.” She participates in creating a gymnastics group for babies and children to develop their motor skills. Teodora has authored a methodological guide for aquatic therapy and adapted swimming for babies and children with special needs. She also takes part in scientific conferences, seminars, and trainings.

Education

Master’s degree in Kinesiotherapy – National Sports Academy “V. Levski”, Sofia
Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiotherapy – National Sports Academy “V. Levski”, Sofia
Specialist in Rehabilitation – Medical University, Pleven

Courses and Certificates

Early Cerebral Palsy Upper Limb Intervention Course – Cerebral Palsy Foundation in cooperation with UNICEF
Introduction to Aquatic Rehabilitation and Adapted Swimming
NDT Bobath Introductory Course: Treatment/Management of Children with Cerebral Palsy – EBTA in cooperation with Karin Dom
International Course on the Karl and Berta Bobath System – organised by the Bulgarian Association of Physiotherapists
Specialised Training for Rehabilitation Specialists in Social Institutions for Children: Pediatric Kinesiotherapy
Bobath Method for Therapy of Children with Cerebral Palsy – Introductory Course
Manual Lymphatic Drainage for Lymphedema – Physical Treatment of Peripheral Phlebo-Lymphedema, Universite libre de Bruxelles ULB Belgium – National Sports Academy “V. Levski”
PNF Concept – Bulgarian Association of Physiotherapists
Muligan Techniques – Bulgarian Association of Physiotherapists
Soft Tissue Mobilisation of Cervico-Thoracic and Lumbo-Sacral Regions, Upper and Lower Limbs – Bulgarian Association of Physiotherapists
Early Rehabilitation in Spinal Cord Injuries – Medical University Sofia, Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Rehabilitation for Lumbar Disc Disease – Medical University Sofia, CPD
Rehabilitation for Traumatic Brain Injuries – Medical University Sofia, CPD

Publications

Methodological Guide for Aquatic Therapy and Adapted Swimming for Babies and Children with Special Needs
“Mom and Baby Play Together,” 9 Months Magazine, Issue 3/2014, No. 215

Memberships

Bulgarian Association of Physiotherapists
Bulgarian Association of Health Care Specialists