Applying proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching: Optimal contraction intensity to attain the maximum increase in range of motion in young males

Journal of Physical Therapy Science

Volumn 27, Issue 7, 2015, Pages 2129-2132

  Kwak, Dong Ho ^a,b   Ryu, Young Uk ^b  

^a Daegu Veteran Hospital   (South Korea)

^b Catholic University of Daegu   (South Korea)

Author keywords

Isometric contraction; PNF stretching; Range of motion

Indexed keywords

EID: 84937891826     PISSN: 09155287     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1589/jpts.27.2129     Document Type: Article

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