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(More customer reviews)This DVD has an excellent section on the theories of PNF but I found the practical component lacking. I would like to have seen more PNF in practice
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Designed for Professional Massage Therapists, this DVD is the final of 12 volumes in the Massage Therapy Video Library. In this 66 minute program, Patrice Morency, a Certified Athletic Trainer and Licensed Massage Therapist, presents an introductory workshop on PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) Stretching and its relation to athletics and Sports Massage.PNF is an exercise system designed to reeducate the neuromuscular response, thereby creating a reduction in muscle spasm, an increase in ROM and flexibility, as well as developing strength, endurance and coordination. Her hands-on demonstrations review the principles of PNF as well as the tense-relax method and other specific techniques. An excellent primer that helps massage practitioners understand the working uses of PNF in a professional environment.The first truly professionally produced programs for the massage industry, these multi-camera productions are enhanced with slow-motion, freeze-frame, close-ups, original music, educational graphics, and angled views of the hands-on demonstrations. Filmed at the International Sports Massage Conference, these programs are hosted by a virtual Who's Who of professionals on the leading edge of Sports Massage and have introductions and testimonials from Jackie-Joyner Kersee & Bill Rodgers. In addition to learning new techniques and keeping up to date with the industry, these programs cover important marketing tips that will help you market and promote these newly acquired skills and expand your business.Topics covered in this DVD, entitled Massage Therapy Video Library Volume 12: Basic PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation), include PNF Background Information, Spiral / Diagonal Patterns, The Muscle Spindle, The Golgi Tendon Organ, The Techniques of PNF, Techniques for the Shoulder, Techniques for the Neck, and Techniques for the Foot., among others.This DVD series is perfect for all Bodywork professionals including Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapists, Massage Therapists, and Chiropractors.
