English, Communication and Soft Skills for Physiotherapy

About the Book

English, Communication and Soft Skills for Physiotherapy is a comprehensive and student-friendly textbook designed to develop the language, communication, interpersonal, and professional skills essential for success in academic and healthcare settings. It presents fundamental concepts of English communication in a simple, clear, and practical manner, with special emphasis on patient-centered communication and professional interaction. The book covers verbal and non-verbal communication, therapeutic communication, patient education, barriers to communication, teaching and learning methods, listening and speaking skills, empathy and sympathy, interpersonal skills, teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and professional etiquette. Practical exercises, role plays, case studies, activities, and review questions help students apply concepts to real-life situations. Written especially for students in physiotherapy and allied health sciences, this textbook aims to build confidence, improve communication competence, and prepare learners for effective interaction with patients, colleagues, and the wider healthcare team.

About the Author 

Dr. Reena Ranjith is an academician, author, and researcher in English associated with Srinivas University, Mangaluru, where she serves as Research Coordinator and as a Research Supervisor. She has around four years of teaching experience with Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) and Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) students, contributing to their language, communication, and academic development.

Dr V Basil Hans taught Economics for UG and PG students of St Aloysius institutions for 37 long years. He also did his MPhil and PhD. Currently he is a research professor at Srinivas University Mangalore and is also pursuing his post doctoral fellow degree. He has written over 400 books 390 articles and 160 conference papers. He has 1000 google citations.