what is proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation
PNF stretching, or proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching, is a set of stretching techniques commonly used in clinical environments to enhance both active and passive range of motion in order to improve motor performance and aid rehabilitation. Westwater-Wood S, Adams N, Kerry R (2010): The use of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation in physiotherapy practice Physical Therapy Reviews Vol.15 No.1,p23-27. 2  Kisner, Carolyn & Colby, Lynn A. (2012): Therapeutic Exercise: foundations & techniques, F.A Davis 6th ed.