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After being recently honored with a prestigious award from the Polish Medical Society — when we proudly celebrated her achievement for the first time — we are once again delighted to share wonderful news from our community.

Dr. hab. Agnieszka Stępień, Senior IPNFA® Instructor has been elected as
the President of the National Chamber of Physiotherapists in Poland.

This remarkable achievement highlights her long-standing dedication, professionalism, and leadership within the field of physiotherapy.

We sincerely congratulate Dr. Stępień on these well-deserved distinctions and are truly proud to celebrate her success together with the international
IPNFA® community.

The IPNFA Research Committee has chosen the article: “Effectiveness of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation exercise with virtual reality motion capture gaming system and concurrent feedback on early shoulder muscle activation in healthy individuals” for the month of May.

This study, published in the Journal of Exercise Rehabilitation, investigates the impact of combining proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) exercises with virtual reality (VR) motion capture and real-time feedback on shoulder muscle activation.

The findings suggest that integrating VR technology into PNF exercises can enhance early muscle activation in healthy individuals, offering promising implications for rehabilitation practices.

For more details, please refer to the full article, which you can find HERE

Here you can find all the information about our upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Budapest.

Link to the website.

We look forward to seeing you there!

The IPNFA® Research Committee recommends the article:

“The effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation on functional skills, muscle strength, and trunk control in children with cerebral palsy: A randomized controlled trial” by Hatice Adiguzel et al. Published in Early Human Development (2024).

The study explores how PNF therapy benefits children with cerebral palsy.

Read the full article HERE.

KFRC’s PT department recently hosted an exciting one-day course designed to introduce physical therapy students from Northern California PT schools to the principles of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) and its application in the acute rehab setting.

With approximately 20 eager students in attendance, the course offered a hands-on, immersive experience, highlighting key techniques and strategies for treating patients with neurological and musculoskeletal impairments.

Leading the instruction were IPNFA Basic Instructors Carly Martin and Jordan Marez, and IPNFA Senior Instructor Phil Villa, whose expertise and passion for teaching were evident throughout the course. Assistant Instructors, Nicole MacCarrick and Thanh Bach (aka “Bach”), also donated their time and were key in keeping the experience engaging and supportive.

We had a lot of fun hosting the course. We have plans to provide another weekend course for Kaiser PT’s later this summer.

 Important Announcment 

We want to alert you that some ex-members of IPNFA® or third parties are offering courses under the name IPNF (without A). These courses are NOT recognized by IPNFA®.

Be Aware:
These courses do not meet international standards.
You cannot progress to the next level within the IPNFA® system after taking them.

Always verify and choose official IPNFA® courses for your professional growth and credibility!

If you have any doubts, please do not hesitate to contact the IPNFA® Secretary: secretary@ipnfa.org

The latest edition of the Research Committee Newsletter is now available online!

Stay updated with the latest insights, news, and developments.

Click here to read it now!

The Research Committee has selected this month’s most impactful article, recognized for its contribution to advancing knowledge in its field.

Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Techniques versus Closed Kinematic Chain Exercises in Scapular Dyskinesia among Hospital Housekeeping Staff: An Experimental Study.

Explore the article and stay informed on the latest research developments. Check back next month for the next featured selection!

Read the full article here

We are pleased to announce that
Anna Rivière has successfully achieved the status of
IPNFA® Advanced Instructor.

The instructor course took place in Germany under the supervision of senior instructor Bettina Lang.

We extend our congratulations to Anna on this accomplishment and to all participants who received their certificates during the course.

This milestone reflects a commitment to excellence and growth within the IPNFA® community.

If you were a participant in the IPNFA® Online Congress 2024, you have an exclusive opportunity to access the lectures from previous Online Congress for just $5!

This special offer allows you to continue learning and exploring the latest developments and techniques shared at the International PNF Association’s events.

Scan the QR code below for more information and to claim your discounted access. Don’t miss out!