Book Title: Patient Education Essentials for Physiotherapy

by Roma Forbes; Austine Pottananikal; Tatiana Kitano; Benjamin Ong; and Jaide Rynne

Book Description: "Patient Education Essentials for Physiotherapy" is an open-access textbook designed to equip physiotherapy students with the essential knowledge and skills to educate patients effectively. Grounded in patient-centred care, this resource explores the theories and best practices underpinning effective education, emphasizing communication skills, assessing learning needs, and developing tailored educational materials. This textbook integrates real-world case studies to illustrate common patient education challenges and solutions across various physiotherapy settings. Engaging video examples throughout the chapters demonstrate key techniques, such as assessing educational needs, designing effective materials, and measuring learning outcomes using approaches like teach-back. Students will gain practical strategies to overcome common barriers in patient education, including patient, therapist, and system-level challenges. The textbook also highlights the role of technology, such as telehealth and digital tools, in enhancing patient education. By the end of this resource, students will be equipped to design and implement effective educational strategies that improve patient engagement, comprehension, and health outcomes.