The human body is an intricate structure composed of many different moving parts. Some of these include the nervous, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, integumentary, and musculoskeletal systems, which all work with one another in order to maintain homeostasis. 

The relationship of each system to the other can be viewed as one collective ecosystem. When there are negative changes to one system this can cause disharmony and havoc throughout the body. This can be compared to an outdoor environment where the amount of rainfall can directly affect the soil and subsequently the growth rate of crops. In this example, improper functioning of one external system causes improper functioning of another. 

The same can occur internally as a result in the human body when equilibrium is lost. This can produce symptoms such as pain and injury among other issues. However, it usually takes a large amount of stressors for this to happen. This is due to the fact that the human body is very resilient and highly adaptable.

For the reasons just outlined, it is very important to make sure you receive treatment from a healthcare provider that treats the root cause of an injury rather than just the symptoms. This requires gathering a thorough history and performing a complete physical exam. A patient’s plan of care should address aspects such as stress management, sleep hygiene, and activity level. It may also be relevant to discuss the subjective limiting beliefs that a patient may have that can prevent them from reaching full recovery.

Thank you,

Kyle S. Kasman, PT, DPT
Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
484-781-5341
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