Cushions and seating are powered or non-powered devices placed on a wheelchair or other seating surfaces. They utilize air, fluid, foam, gel, water, wool or a combination of these components to distribute pressure and reduce friction and shear forces.
PNF stands for Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation. This type of stretching is often referred to as partner stretching because two people are needed to perform the movements. There are many forms of PNF, but most involve an isometric hold followed by a static stretch of the same muscle group.
Static stretches. This is the stretch and hold type of stretching. This type stretching exercise is safe and is used to increase the range of motion of a joint. Adequate flexibility is necessary to participate in sports and activities of life safely, but there is an optimum time and place for static stretching exercises.