It is considered that implementation of the biopsychosocial model (BPSM) within physiotherapy is affected by its lack of conceptual clarity. This concept analysis explores the meaning and offers conceptual transparency to the BPSM and expands upon its current conceptual framework for practice. Method: Literature was selected through a systematic search. The studies were analysed and the data themed following 'thematic analysis'. Results: From the seventeen articles included, five master themes and four subthemes were constructed. The master themes were: 'Bio-medical', 'Psychological', 'Social factors', 'Communication' and 'Individualised Care'. The subthemes were: 'Education', 'Cognitive', 'Behavioural', 'Occupational factors' and 'Therapeutic Alliance'. Conclusion: A contemporary visual representation of the BPSM is presented which represents a holistic, humanist perspective. 'Communication' scaffolds the framework and supports the exploration of the person's lifeworld through the 'therapeutic alliance'.