Based on the theoretical knowledge from psychoneuroimmunology (PNI), the investigation of the pathways connecting the mind and the body, we have a greater understanding of how both positive and negative states of mind can affect immune system responses and repair of tissues. One of the ways the body and mind communicate is through the central. Nervous system, and this has particular relevance to how negative emotions and stress can inhibit rehabilitation. Through a feedback system called the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis the hypothalamus also controls the body’s response to stress. The HPA axis is extremely effective in situations of acute stress.…
Author: James
Protein synthesis Protein synthesis lies at the heart of any adaptation, rehabilitation or recovery process. The main factors increasing protein synthesis are resistance exercise and the intake of dietary protein (particularly ‘high-quality’ proteins rich in EAAs or leucine), and impairment of any of these following an injury slows healing rates. Our injury-eating template will provide sufficient nutrients and protein-induced stimulus to maintain protein balance, whilst energy intake can be manipulated via the carbohydrate and fat content. Hydration should continue to be monitored and urdughr promoted. Hormonal function Whilst most of the amino acid requirements can be taken care of in…