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Facilitated Stretching

Facilitated Stretching

9781718243637
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Explore complex PNF techniques with video demonstrations.

For more than 30 years, Facilitated Stretching has been the most-trusted resource for proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching, an effective and easy-to-use method that involves stretching the muscle, contracting it isometrically against resistance, and then stretching it again to increase range of motion.

The fifth edition includes updated daily flexibility sequences, new partner stretching routines, and new facilitated stretches and variations with photos and video. Positioning Tip sidebars offer guidance on making stretches comfortable for clients. The full-color interior is packed with hundreds of photos and illustrations to make visualizing stretches easy. Online videos demonstrate more than 100 of these stretches to reinforce proper technique for each stretch; there are also videos showing four sample stretching routines.

As in previous editions, specific routines are included for cycling, golf, running, swimming, ice hockey, and pickleball. The text also includes general stretches for everyday use, plus stretches for those with rusty hinges. These ready-made stretching routines make it easy to incorporate facilitated stretching into a workout regimen and take the guesswork out of organizing a stretching routine to match the needs of a specific sport.

Facilitated Stretching, Fifth Edition, provides guidance in the latest PNF stretching techniques to help assess current muscle function, improve range of motion, increase strength, address overuse injuries, and enhance performance.

Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education course that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes all the course materials and exam.

Note:: A code for accessing online videos is included with all print books.

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Human Kinetics
104431
9781718243637
9781718243637

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Publication date
2026
Issue number
5
Cover
paperback
Pages count
256
Dimensions (mm)
216.00 x 279.00

  • Part I. The Prerequisites
    Chapter 1. Understanding the Basics of Stretching
    Why Bother to Stretch?
    Flexibility Versus Mobility
    Muscle Interactions
    Types of Muscle Contractions
    Reflexes Relevant to Facilitated Stretching
    Some Types of Stretching
    Guidelines for Stretching

    Chapter 2. Focusing on Facilitated Stretching
    Brief History of PNF
    Basis of PNF: Spiral-Diagonal Movement
    PNF Stretching Techniques
    Facilitated Stretching Guidelines
    Detailed Sequence for Facilitated Stretching
    Safety Considerations for Facilitated Stretching

    Chapter 3. Using the Spiral-Diagonal Patterns of PNF
    When and Why to Use Spiral-Pattern Stretches
    Learning the Patterns Through Free Motion
    Facilitated Stretching Using the Patterns
    Lower Extremity Stretches Using the Patterns
    Upper Extremity Stretches Using the Patterns
    Strengthening Exercises Using the Patterns

    Part II. The Stretches
    Chapter 4. Stretches for the Torso, Head, and Neck
    Oblique Abdominals
    Lower Back
    Upper Trapezius
    Sternocleidomastoid
    Scalenes
    Suboccipitals
    Levator Scapulae
    Occipitofrontalis
    Mandibular Elevators
    Mandibular Retractors
    Mandibular Protractors
    Mandibular Lateral Excursion
    Partner Stretching Routines

    Neck Series
    Headache Relief

    Chapter 5. Stretches for the Lower Extremity
    Hip Extensors
    Hip Flexors
    Knee Extensors
    Hip Lateral (External) Rotators
    Hip Medial (Internal) Rotators
    Hip Abductors
    Hip Adductors
    Ankle Plantar Flexors
    Ankle Dorsiflexors
    Toe Flexors
    Toe Extensors
    Ankle Evertors: Peroneal (Fibularis) Group
    Ankle Invertors
    Partner Stretching Routines

    360 Degree Hip and Low Back
    Hip

    Chapter 6. Stretches for the Upper Extremity
    Rotator Cuff
    Scapular Stabilizers
    Additional Muscles That Move the Arm
    Elbow
    Wrist and Hand
    Supinators and Pronators
    Partner Stretching Routines

    Shoulder Girdle
    Shoulder

    Part III. Stretching Routines
    Chapter 7. Daily Flexibility Sequences
    Everyday Sequence
    Rusty Hinges
    Dynamic Stretching Using the Spiral Patterns

    Chapter 8. Sport-Specific Stretching Routines
    Cycling
    Golf
    Hockey
    Running
    Swimming
    Pickleball

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