Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching relies on reflexes to produce deeper stretches that increase flexibility. These techniques can help improve mobility and injury recovery.

What does this term PNF mean, dad?” asked my sister. “It is a complex and highly effective physical therapy technique that was developed in the late 1940s and early 1950s. Termed as Proprioceptive ...

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Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) is a form of assisted stretching. It combines passive stretching with muscle contraction. First, your partner applies force to stretch your muscle ...