Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
PNF, PNF stretching , or Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation,
is regarded as one of the fastest and most effective ways to increase static-passive flexibility. PNF is not just a type of stretching but is a technique of combining passive stretching and isometric stretching contraction (strengthening) to achieve maximum static flexibility and assist rehabilitation. PNF was initially developed as a method of rehabilitating stroke victims. PNF actually refers to any of several post-isometric relaxation stretching techniques in which a muscle group is passively stretched, then contracted isometrically against resistance while in the stretched position, and then is passively stretched again through the resulting increased range of motion. PNF stretching usually employs the use of a partner to provide resistance against the isometric contraction and then later to passively take the joint through its increased range of motion. It may be performed, however, without a partner, although it is usually more effective with a partner's assistance.
is regarded as one of the fastest and most effective ways to increase static-passive flexibility. PNF is not just a type of stretching but is a technique of combining passive stretching and isometric stretching contraction (strengthening) to achieve maximum static flexibility and assist rehabilitation. PNF was initially developed as a method of rehabilitating stroke victims. PNF actually refers to any of several post-isometric relaxation stretching techniques in which a muscle group is passively stretched, then contracted isometrically against resistance while in the stretched position, and then is passively stretched again through the resulting increased range of motion. PNF stretching usually employs the use of a partner to provide resistance against the isometric contraction and then later to passively take the joint through its increased range of motion. It may be performed, however, without a partner, although it is usually more effective with a partner's assistance.
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