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By: Stuart Porter

Psychologically Informed Physiotherapy is a groundbreaking textbook and the first of its kind — designed to help physiotherapists apply psychosocial perspectives within clinical practice. Bringing together an international, interdisciplinary team of leading experts, this book offers an evidence-based and practical approach to integrating psychological understanding with traditional physiotherapy methods.

🌍 A New Dimension in Physiotherapy

By merging the biopsychosocial model with the established biomedical approach, this text empowers physiotherapists to:

Identify the underlying causes of pain and barriers to recovery.
Apply psychologically informed strategies during screening, assessment, and triaging.
Achieve more consistent and effective patient outcomes.

💬 Learning Through Practice

Rich clinical case studies bring theory to life, while reflective exercises and real-world examples enhance understanding and confidence.

📘 Key Topics Include

Psychology of professional identity in healthcare
The biopsychosocial model in physiotherapy
Screening for red flags and patient assessment
Building empowering patient relationships and supporting behavioral change
Neuro-immune-endocrine interactions in stress, pain, and recovery
Managing anxiety through cognitive and person-centered strategies
The psychology of the athlete: a physiotherapist’s perspective
Using counseling and psychological methods in physiotherapy
Evidence-based decision-making and outcome measurement
Applying psychological strategies as a student or new graduate

💡 Why You’ll Love This Book

First textbook dedicated to psychologically informed physiotherapy
Ideal for students and clinicians seeking to boost confidence and clinical insight
Demonstrates how social, emotional, and neurobiological factors influence recovery
Authored by world-leading experts across physiotherapy, counseling, and psychology