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 ...

Argh, stretching! It’s that annoying, time-consuming activity you’re supposed to do at the end of your workout when all you really want to do is indulge in a well-earned meal. Most of us think we know ...

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.

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

Generations of Americans have spent hours trying to touch their toes. And many athletes and trainers believe in the power of the pregame stretch to ward off injury or improve performance. [1,2] But ...