‘What is’ Guides

What is: The Biopsychosocial model?

Introduction

The Biopsychosocial model was first conceptualised by George Engel in 1977, suggesting that to understand a person’s medical condition it is not simply the biological factors to consider, but also the psychological and social factors [1].

Bio (physiological pathology) what appears to be the actual physical problem?

Psycho (thoughts emotions and behaviours such as psychological distress, fear/avoidance beliefs, current coping methods and attribution) How is it making you feel? What are the emotions tied up with your situation?

Social (socio-economical, socio-environmental, and cultural factors […]

A What is Guide: What Exactly Do Physios Do?

Have you ever wondered what a physiotherapist does and why you might be referred to one? If you’ve experienced an injury, illness, or disability that has affected your mobility or ability to perform daily activities, your doctor may have recommended seeing a physiotherapist to help you regain function and improve your quality of life.

What is Self Efficacy and Why is it Important for Recovery?

Understanding the role self efficacy plays in physiotherapy and the recovery from musculoskeletal injuries and reduction of pain.

Wait, What? The Current State of NHS Waiting Lists.

The state of NHS waiting lists at last count the wait for non urgent physiotherapy in Sussex is 27 weeks figures are from Oct 2023

Future Proof Yourself Series: Food, Diet and Weight Loss.

One of a series of blogs about improving your health and wellbeing this one focuses on weight loss and management for overall better health.

‘What is’ Guide to: Shin Splints

One of our What is guide to shin splints, highlights the various conditions that are often called shin splints, symptoms and causes

‘What is’ Guide to : Tennis and Golfers Elbow

Tennis Elbow a What is it guide to the condition along side golfers elbow. details of symptoms and possible treatment options

What Conditions Can Online Physiotherapy Treat?

What conditions can be treated through online physiotherapy? From back pain and sciatica to sports injuries, tennis elbow, plantar and more.