Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) is a therapeutic approach defined as promoting the response of the nerve impulses to recruit muscles through stimulation of the proprioceptors (e.g. Muscle spindle and Golgi Tendon Organs) in addition to other sensory stimuli (tactile, visual or verbal) in the beginning (i.e. at cognitive phase of ...

Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) treatment is a very effective therapeutic exercise for the improvement of muscle thickness, dynamic balance, and gait 6, 7), and widely used in clinical settings to improve the physical functioning of stroke patients.

The Efficacy of the proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) approach in stroke rehabilitation to improve basic activities of daily living and quality of life: A systematic review and meta-analysis protocol.

Oct 23, 2018 · PNF integrates the use of spiral and diagonal pattern specific of movements (Figure 1 & 2) (with antagonist and agonist muscles) with procedures and superimposed techniques that induce the muscular contraction, relaxation and muscle strength.2 PNF applies neurophysiological principle of sensory/motor system to manual evaluation and treatment of ...

Oct 23, 2018 · PNF is a noninvasive approach of stroke rehabilitation. If the patient is able to follow the commands, PNF should be implemented from the first day after stroke. Improvement in functional activity will improve quality of life and better neuroplasticity.

Although some limitations were identified in the methodological quality of the studies, current research suggests that PNF is an effective treatment for the improvement of gait parameters in patients with stroke.

Early intervention through the Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) technique can contribute to the better physiotherapy treatment of the person with stroke by improving the quality of their movement and reducing their functional limitations.

Introduction Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) is a widely used rehabilitation concept, although its efficacy has not yet been demonstrated in stroke survivors. The aim of this systematic review is to identify, assess and synthesise the potential benefits of using PNF to improve the activities of daily living (ADL) and quality of ...

Mar 22, 2018 · The aim of this study is to identify the effectiveness of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) leg Kinesio taping on gait parameters and dynamic balance in chronic stroke patients with...

Dec 21, 2018 · The current research suggests that PNF is an effective treatment for the improvement of gait parameters in patients with stroke. In each of the reviewed studies, there was a statistically significant improvement in gait parameters in patients with stroke with the …