PNF in practice : an illustrated guide / Dominiek Beckers, Math Buck.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Beckers, Dominiek, 1952- author.

Buck, Math, 1948- author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Physical therapy.

Muscles.

Proprioceptors.

Genre:

Electronic books.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xv, 343 pages) : illustrations (some color)

Edition:

Fifth edition.

Place of Publication:

Berlin : Springer, [2021]

System Details:

text file

PDF

Summary:

This book teaches you step by step all aspects of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation. It ranges from neurophysiological basics to diagnostic findings, treatment techniques and PNF patterns. The goal is to make you an expert in this established method. In this book you will find: Basics of PNF, including PNF philosophy, ICF model, motor learning and much more PNF patterns and their functional application explained precisely and comprehensibly Over 640 color illustrations show all important techniques and treatment steps Treatment examples and numerous practical tips for uncomplicated implementation in everyday therapy Questions at the end of each chapter to monitor your learning success New in the 5th edition: Completely updated, introduction of the International PNF Association, additional applications and patient examples A must-have for everyone who wants to learn or already uses PNF! About the authors: Math Buck is Physical Therapist since 1972. He has been working for over 40 years with patients with predominantly spinal neurological symptoms. He has been an IPNFA instructor since 1984 and has taught many PNF courses. Dominiek Beckers completed a Master's degree in physiotherapy, movement science and rehabilitation at the University of Leuven in Belgium. He has been working as a physiotherapist since 1975 and as an IPNFA instructor since 1984.

Contents:

Introduction

Basic Principles and Procedures for Facilitation

PNF Techniques

Patient Assessment and Treatment

Patterns of Facilitation

The Scapula and Pelvis

The Upper Extremity

The Lower Extremity

The Neck

The Trunk

Mat Activities

Gait Training

Vital Functions

Activities of Daily Living

Test Your knowledge: Questions and Answers

Glossary.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed March 17, 2021).

Other Format:

Print version:

ISBN:

9783662618189

3662618184

OCLC:

1239991307

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.