In the latest issue of the International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy, Higgins M and Greer C present their article, “Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation for the Upper Extremity and Scapula: Review and Update on Rehabilitation of Shoulder Pathology.” International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy
Published in 2025 (IJSPT; 20(9):1407–1419. doi:10.26603/001c.143176), the review provides an updated overview of PNF principles applied to the upper extremity and scapula, with a focus on current evidence and clinical integration for shoulder pathology. The authors discuss pattern-specific facilitation, scapular control, neuromuscular timing, and practical progression strategies for clinicians managing rotator cuff disorders, instability, and post-operative rehabilitation.
This comprehensive update supports the continued relevance of PNF as a dynamic, function-oriented framework in contemporary shoulder rehabilitation and offers practical insights for therapists seeking to optimize upper extremity outcomes.
We encourage IPNFA members and rehabilitation professionals to explore this important contribution to the PNF literature.