PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) is a method with its own philosophy and principles of working with patients. It enables optimal restoration of the patient's lost motor functions by utilizing their body's receptors. This concept assumes a positive attitude toward the patient and their problem, with a global perspective. During training, the goal is to activate energy reserves, which gives the patient greater motivation to exercise. Furthermore, working on healthy and strong body parts protects the patient from negatively associated pain.
This method is based on movement patterns and also utilizes mat therapy, gait training, and the improvement of vital functions (facial expression, breathing, tongue movements, swallowing, and articulation). The significant benefits of this method have contributed to the widespread popularity of this concept, not only in neurology. It is commonly used in patients with Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, and stroke survivors.
INDICATIONS:
Neurological:
- previous vascular incidents of the Central Nervous System in the form of ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes of the brain
- any diseases that cause balance disorders
- any diseases that cause impairment of the gait stereotype
- multiple sclerosis (MS)
- Parkinson's disease
Orthopedic:
- postoperative patients with muscle function disorders in the form of a deficit of muscle mass and strength
- skeletal muscle diseases (including dystrophies, metabolic disorders, inflammatory changes)
- bone tissue fractures
- damage to the soft tissues of the musculoskeletal system: muscles, tendons, ligaments, joint capsules
- Proprioception disorders as a result of soft tissue injury
- postural disorders – postural re-education
- pain in the cervical, thoracic and lumbar-sacral spine
- trigeminal and facial neuralgia
- disorders of vegetative functions (breathing, swallowing, articulation)
- treatment of hypermobile joints – stabilization of the spine and limb joints
- other
A referral is required for gymnastics.
