PNF Outline

Question 1

a rhythmic motion performed through the desired range, starting with passive motion and progressing to active resisted movement.

Answer 1

Rhythmic initiation

Question 2

stretch reflex elicited from muscles under tension of elongation

Answer 2

Repeated Stretch

Question 3

placing a patient at the end position of a pattern, asking for a hold and then relax (therapist passively moves away from end position); finish with an active return back to end position.

Answer 3

Replication

Question 4

What are the 3 neuromuscular techniques?

Answer 4

Rhythmic initiation
Repeated Stretch
Replication

Question 5

concentric, eccentric and stabilizing contractions to a group of muscles without relaxation

Answer 5

Combination of istotonics

Question 6

active motion changing from one direction to the opposite without pause or relaxation

Answer 6

Reversals

Question 7

2 strengthening techniques

Answer 7

Combo of isotonics

Reversals

Question 8

resisted contraction of the restricting muscles followed by relaxation and movement into the increased range

Answer 8

H/W & C/R

Question 9

concentric contraction of the agonist with an end range hold (several seconds)

Answer 9

Agonist contraction

Question 10

take target (range limited) muscle to end range, isometrically contract target muscle, follow with a relaxation; and *finish with a concentric contraction of the muscle opposite the range limited muscle

Answer 10

Hold relax with agonist contract

Question 11

Stretch techniques

Answer 11

Hold reland and agonist contraction

Question 12

is used to facilitate a smooth, coordinated contraction. Resistance must be appropriate. It
will also change with the arc of movement.

Answer 12

Resistance

Question 13

Spread of the response to stimulation

Answer 13

Irradiation

Question 14

Give pt info about direction of mvmt.

Answer 14

Manual contact

Question 15

Therapist in line with desired motion to provide guidance control

Answer 15

Body Position