From Stroke Recovery to Joint Arthritis: How PNF Restores Movement
- Jaxon Sherman
- Jul 8
- 1 min read
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation combines passive stretching with isometric muscle contractions to improve flexibility, joint mobility, and neur
omuscular control. A trainer helps apply force and assist in stretching your muscles. This technique has been used to treat musculoskeletal conditions, improving range of motion after an injury or surgery. When done after exercise, PNF has been shown to increase athletic performance as well as range of motion.
It is recommended to do PNF after exercise at least twice per week to ensure sustained range of motion and muscle lengthening and strengthening. Research shows that consistency is required to maintain the benefits of PNF. Benefits of PNF include flexibility gains, enhanced muscle function, injury prevention, rehabilitation support, and prevention of strength loss. Evidence of research suggests PNF is beneficial to conditions such as Hip-Flexation range of motion, Adhesive-capsulitis (frozen shoulder), Knee Osteoarthritis, Parkinson’s Disease, Stroke, Low back Pain, and other conditions affecting range of motion or muscle strength and balance.
Ready to unlock your true range of motion? Don’t let chronic pain, tight hip flexors, or old injuries hold you back. FitSpirit founder Coach Lawrence’s certifications in PNF assisted stretching and Muscle Activation Techniques use a science backed approach to help you feel your best. His 15+ years of experience in Exercise Science has helped thousands of people rehabilitate from injury and build the foundation to prevent future injury. Schedule a personalized PNF and muscle activation session with Coach Lawrence at FitSpirit today.
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