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.
Various PNF stretching techniques based on Kabatâs concept are: Hold Relax, Contract Relax, and Contract Relax Antagonist Contract (CRAC) etc. Contract Relax: Passive placement of the restricted muscle into a position of stretch followed by an isometric contraction of the restricted muscle.NF is considered an optimal stretching method when the aim is to increase range of motion, especially as regards short-term changes.