Effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) technique on posture, balance and gait characteristics of older adults with scapular dyskinesis: a randomized controlled trial

Scapular PNF can be added to the rehabilitation of older adults with scapular dyskinesis to improve their scapular disposition and posture. A longer treatment duration is suggested to improve the gait and balance.

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PeerJ
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2025-08-14
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https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.19718
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Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
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Effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) technique on posture, balance and gait characteristics of older adults with scapular dyskinesis: a randomized controlled trial

Beliz Belgen Kaygısız, Hasan Cellatoğlu
PeerJ
Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
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Effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) technique on posture, balance and gait characteristics of older adults with scapular dyskinesis: a randomized controlled trial

Beliz Belgen Kaygısız, Hasan Cellatoğlu
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Abstract

Scapular PNF can be added to the rehabilitation of older adults with scapular dyskinesis to improve their scapular disposition and posture. A longer treatment duration is suggested to improve the gait and balance.

PeerJVol. 13
European University of Lefke (TR), University of Kyrenia (CY)
Openalex Percentile: Top 76%
Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
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