Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation, otherwise known as PNF stretching, is an advanced form of flexibility training. What makes it unique is that it involves both the stretching and contracting ...

What do you do? “We are a clinic where we treat patients for any muscular skeletal issues. I see a lot of athletes. We combine chiropractic care, PNF stretch and an element of physical therapy as well ...

Objective: To determine if submaximal contractions used in contract-relax proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (CRPNF) stretching of the hamstrings yield comparable gains in hamstring flexibility ...

Not all stretching is created equal. It's important to know which stretches are inadvisable for you, which ones are useful, and when they are appropriate to perform. Dynamic stretches are moving ...

If you’ve ever had physical therapy or been helped by an athletic trainer, you may already have experienced a treatment modality called proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching, but ...

Stretching is my new favorite workout. I spent so much time focused on cardiovascular and strength training over the years that I missed the boat on the benefits of a comprehensive stretching program.