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Neuromuscular adaptations to training, cross training and passive physical interventions: A neurophysiological approach to understanding human performance and musculoskeletal injury (2006–2009)

Abstract:
Neuromuscular impairments and adaptations feature strongly in musculoskeletal health and wellbeing. Musculoskeletal injury impedes attainment of protection from many modern ills, e.g, heart disease. Prevention and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injury currently involves training, cross training (using different types of activity), foot orthoses and taping. However, while training appears to lead to positive neuromuscular adaptations, preliminary studies by this applicant-industry cooperative paradoxically show that cross training may be detrimental. Furthermore, despite a lack of data, neuromuscular adaptations are said to underpin the efficacy of orthoses and taping. We will evaluate the neuromuscular adaptations to these interventions.
Grant type:
ARC Linkage Projects
Researchers:

  • Professor Bill Vicenzino

    Professor in Physiotherapy
    School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
    Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences

  • Professor Paul Hodges

    Prof. & NHMRC Leadership Fellow(L3)
    School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
    Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
Funded by:
Australian Research Council