PNF in Practice: An Illustrated GuideFrom neurophysiological basics to diagnostic, different techniques and PNF patterns - with this practice and textbook you will learn step by step about all facets of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation and become an expert in this established method.In this book you will find the basics of PNF (including PNF philosophy, ICF model, motor learning and much more). It covers PNF patterns and their functional application – both explained precisely and easy to understand. More than 640 figures illustrate all important techniques and treatment steps. Additionally the book offers many examples how to treat patients, plus numerous practical tips for an uncomplicated implementation in everyday therapy. In order to review your learning success, every chapter ends with questions for you to answer. New in the 5th edition:• Completely updated, introduction of the International PNF Association, additional applications and patient examples• A must-have for everyone who wants to learn or already uses PNF! |
Contents
2 PNF Basic Principles and Procedures for Facilitation | 17 |
3 PNF Techniques | 37 |
4 Patient Assessment and Treatment | 59 |
5 Patterns of Facilitation | 73 |
6 The Scapula and Pelvis | 79 |
7 The Upper Extremity | 101 |
8 The Lower Extremity | 141 |
9 The Neck | 181 |
10 The Trunk | 195 |
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abduction ankle approximation Bilateral combination of isotonics Command diagonal distal hand dorsiflexion duction dynamic reversals eccentric contraction effects elbow extension Elongated Position End Position exercise extensor external rotation fingers flex Flexion-Adduction-External Rotation foot forearm Gait Training grip hemiplegia hip extension humerus irradiation Kendall and McCreary knee extension knee flexion lateral flexion limb lower extremity lower trunk lumbar spine Mat Activities motor learning move muscle contraction pain patient pelvis physiotherapy plantar plantar flex plantar flexion PNF concept PNF patterns PNF stretching Points to Remember posterior depression principal components Kendall proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation proximal hand push quadruped range of motion Rehabil Repeated stretch Rhythmic stabilization rotation with elbow rotation with knee scapula scoliosis shoulder side lying sitting Smedes spine stabilizing reversals straight arm pattern straight leg pattern stretch reflex supine supine position techniques therapist therapy tient tion treatment goals trunk extension trunk flexion trunk muscles ulnar upper trunk wrist