Describe the steps of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching
What will be an ideal response?
Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching is based on a "contract-and-relax" method and requires the assistance of another person. Steps: (1) The person assisting with the exercise provides initial force by pushing slowly in the direction of the desired stretch. This first stretch does not cover the entire range of motion. (2) The person being stretched then applies force in the opposite direction of the stretch, against the assistant, who tries to hold the initial degree of stretch as close as possible. This results in an isometric contraction at the angle of the stretch. (3) After 4 or 5 seconds of isometric contraction, the person being stretched relaxes the target muscle completely. The assistant then increases the degree of stretch slowly to a greater angle. (4) The isometric contraction is repeated for another 4 or 5 seconds, after which the muscle is relaxed again. The assistant then can increase the degree of stretch, slowly, one more time. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 two to five times, until the exerciser feels mild discomfort. On the last trial, the final stretched position should be held for 15 to 30 seconds.
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What will be an ideal response?
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