Psychological and neurophysiological interventions in injury prevention in high-performance athletes.

Abstract

This article aims to synthesize evidence on psychological and neurophysiological interventions in injury prevention in high-performance athletes. Prevention is essential to maintain athletic performance and prolong the careers of these athletes, considering the physical and emotional impact of injuries. The methodology used was an integrative literature review, with the selection of relevant national and international studies that address prevention strategies based on mental and neurophysiological aspects. Searches were conducted in specialized databases, critical analysis of the data, and synthesis of the results. The findings indicate that interventions such as stress control, anxiety management, mindfulness training, and neuromodulation techniques contribute to reducing the risk of injury. The integrated mind-body approach favors adaptation to physical stress and resilience in the face of competitive challenges. The discussion highlights the need to expand multidisciplinary practices that consider psychological and neurophysiological factors, overcoming the exclusive focus on biomechanical aspects. Longitudinal studies are recommended to evaluate the effectiveness of these interventions in different sports. It is concluded that injury prevention should be understood as a multifactorial process, where psychological and neurophysiological strategies are fundamental to optimizing the health and performance of athletes.