This book applies theoretical expertise in psychology and sociology to physiotherapy practice. Preface, Psychosocial Influences on Health Care Practice, Society and the Changing Nature of Illness and Disease, Inequalities in Health, Institutional and Community Living, Sex and Gender and Health Care, Health Care for People from Ethnic Minority Groups, Ageism, The Attitudes of Health Professionals Towards Disabled People, The Experience of Illness and Disability, The Psychology and Sociology of Pain, Psychological Principles Applied to Sports Injuries, Death and Dying and Bereavement, Dimensions of Impairment and Disability, Communication in Physiotherapy Practice, Interpersonal Communication, Clinical Interviewing, The Powerful Placebo, Psychosocial Aspects of Physiotherapy Practice, Ethics and Moral Decision-Making, Sexuality and Disability, Health and Health Education and Physiotherapy Practice, Psychological Treatment in Physiotherapy Practice, Index.