Lecture 1 - The PNF Concept - Fred Smedes

The PNF-concept : a comprehensive rehabilitation approach What are the essential elements of this rehabilitation concept? PNF-concept is a widely used rehabilitation concept and has been described as a comprehensive treatment concept. The PNF-concept has been defined by three pillars; a philosophy; a set of principles & procedures for facilitation; and a set of techniques for intervention. One of the key issues in the PNF philosophy is the use of motor learning and motor control principles. Nevertheless, The PNF-concept is frequently positioned in research and in youtube videos as a simple stretching method. To correct this impression for the benefit of physical therapy, the comprehensive nature of the PNF-concept needs to be presented in a total approach. Presented by: Fred Smedes Msc. PT, MT, IPNFA®- advanced instructor Netherlands