Doctor Quote by Adele Levine
““Given how tedious and dull the hospital could be, I always expected hospital inpatients to be happy to see us. But they frequently had the opposite reaction. Patients cringed as soon as the door swung open to reveal, ta da! Physical Therapy!””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Physical Therapy Conference, 2019
Patients often dread physical therapy, expecting relief but reacting negatively to the treatment.
In simple terms: Patients may fear therapy despite expectations.
Key Takeaway
Address patient expectations before treatment.
Themes
fear
expectation
healthcare
Mood
empathetic
concerned
Type
clinical
motivational
When to use this quote
- hospital intake
- therapy sessions
- patient education
Key Concepts
patient psychology
rehabilitation
communication
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you improve patient comfort?
- What expectations need resetting?
A Different Perspective
Some patients may still resist despite reassurance.
