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.
PNF Stretching. PNF stretching (or proprioceptive muscular facilitation) is one of the most effective forms of flexibility training for increasing range of motion (1,2). PNF techniques can be both passive (no associated muscular contraction) or active (voluntary muscle contraction).While there are several variations of PNF stretching, they all have one thing in common-they facilitate muscular inhibition.. PNF stretching is not recommended for anyone under the age of 18. 6. If PNF stretching is to be performed as a separate exercise session, a thorough warm up consisting of 5-10 minutes of light aerobic exercise and some dynamic stretches must precede it.