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Vincent Kortleve

Communication Skills for Physiotherapists

Communication Skills for Physiotherapists

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This book is a comprehensive guide to effective communication for better physiotherapy outcomes, taking an evidence-based approach and covering key skills such as shared decision-making, motivational interviewing, and therapeutic pain education. It is designed to help physiotherapists at every stage of their career develop their communication skills and enhance patient care.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 222 pages
\n Publication date: 12 July 2021
\n Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
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This comprehensive guide is designed to empower physiotherapists at all stages of their careers to excel in therapeutic communication, ultimately improving patient care outcomes. Author Vincent Kortleve adopts an evidence-based approach, guiding practitioners to integrate effective communication skills and strategies into every consultation, from taking a medical history to therapy and evaluation.

Within this guide, you will discover how to excel in the four roles of communicative practice: confidant, coach, detective, and teacher. You will learn how to master shared decision-making, motivational interviewing, therapeutic pain education, and health education. Additionally, you will gain valuable insights on how to navigate challenging communication situations and effectively cope when communication breakdowns occur.

The guide is presented in a simple and concise manner, making it accessible to physiotherapists of all levels. It is backed by extensive evidence and proven communication approaches tailored specifically to the context of physiotherapy. Numerous clinical examples are provided to illustrate the practical application of these techniques, ensuring that physiotherapists can apply them effectively in their daily practice.

By investing in this essential guide, physiotherapists can enhance their communication skills, build stronger patient relationships, and deliver exceptional care that leads to improved patient outcomes. Whether you are a novice or an experienced practitioner, this book will be your invaluable resource for achieving excellence in therapeutic communication.

\n Weight: 328g\n
Dimension: 152 x 229 x 13 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780702083983\n \n

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