PNF: How it works and how to treat patients This book teaches you step by step all aspects of
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation. It ranges from neurophysiological basics to
diagnostic findings treatment techniques and PNF patterns. The goal is to make you an expert
in this established method. In this book you will find: ¿ Basics of PNF including PNF
philosophy ICF model motor learning and much more ¿ PNF patterns and their functional
application explained precisely and comprehensibly ¿ Over 640 color illustrations show all
important techniques and treatment steps ¿ Treatment examples and numerous practical tips for
uncomplicated implementation in everyday therapy ¿ Questions at the end of each chapter to
monitor your learning success New in the 5th edition: Completely updated introduction of
the International PNF Association additional applications and patient examples A must-have
for everyone who wants to learn or already uses PNF! About the authors: Math Buck is Physical
Therapist since 1972. He has been working for over 40 years with patients with predominantly
spinal neurological symptoms. He has been an IPNFA instructor since 1984 and has taught many
PNF courses. Dominiek Beckers completed a Master's degree in physiotherapy movement science
and rehabilitation at the University of Leuven in Belgium. He has been working as a
physiotherapist since 1975 and as an IPNFA instructor since 1984.
