Systemic Regulation refers to the complex, integrated network of physiological control mechanisms that coordinate the function of multiple organs and systems throughout the entire body to maintain overall homeostasis. This intricate control is primarily mediated by the endocrine and nervous systems, which utilize hormones and neurotransmitters to transmit long-distance signals. Disruptions in systemic regulation can manifest as widespread, multi-organ dysfunction, often seen in chronic inflammatory or metabolic diseases. A clinical focus on systemic regulation involves addressing the body as an interconnected whole, rather than treating isolated symptoms.
Origin
The term is broadly physiological, combining “systemic,” derived from the Greek systēma (a whole composed of parts), with “regulation,” from the Latin regula (a straight edge or rule). This concept is fundamental to modern biology and medicine, recognizing that no single organ operates in isolation. It underscores the coordinated effort required to maintain a stable internal environment.
Mechanism
The mechanism is characterized by a hierarchy of control and extensive feedback loops, such as the hypothalamic-pituitary axes that govern stress, thyroid, and reproductive function. Hormones released by endocrine glands travel through the circulation to affect distant target cells, while the autonomic nervous system provides rapid, direct control over organ function. The overall regulatory process ensures that physiological parameters, including blood pressure, temperature, and blood glucose, remain within narrow, healthy limits.
Reasonable accommodations for endocrine disorders are chronometric and metabolic adjustments ensuring individualized therapeutic schedules are not undermined by workplace rigidity.
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