Repercusiones de la Terapia Manual en el Sistema Nervioso Autónomo. Revisión sistemática

Abstract

In the physiotherapeutic approach, the use of manual therapy (MT) is commonly used and its application allows the professional to obtain direct physiological or reflex reactions that regulate, normalise and balance the different osteoarticular, muscular, functional and organic alterations. The physiotherapeutic approach can have a great influence on the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS), through which physiotherapists can modulate ANS activity and improve function thanks to the application of different techniques. Evaluate the evidence after the application of manual therapy and its impact on the autonomic and visceral nervous system. Systematic review of studies showing the influence of manual therapy on ANS. In selecting the items, the criteria applied included the usefulness and relevance of the subject matter and the credibility or experience of the research study authors. The application of manual therapy does influence the ANS.