How to Prepare for Physiotherapy Placements - Top Tips!

In this video I will talk you through the key things you should be doing to prepare for placement. 10 important areas you'll really want to cover before you head off on your next Physiotherapy placement, whether you're commuting or staying away. This will help you feel more at ease and less stressed on your first day.
We cover what you should take, how much you should read, how to make the first day on placement easier, how to look after your mental health on placement plus... Loads more.
Communication before you start placement
Talking to other students who've been on that placement
Having a well being place on placement
Meal prep for placement
Preparing your placement uniform
How much pre reading should you do?
What textbooks/ literature do you need?
Knowing where you're going
Preparing your mind and body
How to enjoy placement
Let me know what you think. Have you got anymore top tips? What works for you when preparing for placement?
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• Placement Series
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Hey, do you have any tips on finding a elective placement

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My advice would be speak to your university and then use twitter. Ask and don't be afraid to email and reach out to areas that interest you.