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Ensuring Client Success: The MAP Process in Rehabilitation

When it comes to rehabilitation and treatment, clinicians often focus on the technical aspects of exercise prescription. However, the success of any intervention lies not just in the what, but also in the how and the when. BJ Fogg,...

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Enhancing Patient Engagement: The Power of Complex Reflections in Physiotherapy

Complex reflections are a crucial component of Motivational Interviewing (MI), a counselling approach developed by William R. Miller and Stephen Rollnick. This technique is designed to support and strengthen a person’s own motivation and commitment to change.  A complex...

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Empowering Patient Adherence: The Art of ‘Nudging’ in Healthcare

In the realm of healthcare, the success of treatment often hinges not only on the clinical skills of healthcare professionals but also on the willingness and ability of patients to adhere to prescribed interventions.  “Nudge,” a groundbreaking book by...

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Eliciting Change vs Direct Advice in Patient Care

Embracing Self-Persuasion in Patient Care The quote by Miller and Rollnick from their book “Motivational Interviewing” highlights a pivotal concept in patient care and behavioural change. The central idea is that individuals are more receptive to change and persuasion...

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Tailoring Physiotherapy for Clients Battling Anxiety and Depression

Introduction: Physiotherapy plays a crucial role in the overall wellbeing of individuals, including those suffering from mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression. As highlighted in Moshe Bar’s concept of “Mindwandering,” individuals with depression often find it difficult...

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The Art of Negotiation in Client-Centred Care: A Guide for Physiotherapists

Negotiation is a concept often misunderstood as mere bargaining, especially when we think of haggling over prices in a marketplace. However, this interpretation barely scratches the surface of what negotiation truly entails.  In the realm of healthcare, particularly in...

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Mastering the Art of Concise Inquiry in Clinical Practice

In the world of healthcare, particularly in physiotherapy, the initial consultation plays a pivotal role in understanding a patient’s condition. However, this process often subjects patients to a barrage of questions, leading to what is known as ‘question fatigue’. ...

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Conversations That Heal: Leveraging Self-Motivation in Physiotherapy

Though William Miller is a psychologist, his work with Stephen Rollnick on Motivational Interviewing (MI) has extended far beyond the confines of my original field.  I’d like to share some insights from his book “Motivational Interviewing” that I believe...

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Unlocking Empathy: A Guide to Emotional Intelligence for Physiotherapists

As healthcare professionals, particularly physiotherapists, your role in client care extends beyond physical treatment. Building strong and lasting relationships with clients is essential, especially when dealing with long-term management and care. To excel in this aspect of your practice,...

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