Abstract: ObjectiveTo observe the effect of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) technique on reaching ability of stroke patients in standing.MethodsThere were 9 stroke patients during recovery stage in the treatment group by using PNF technique for 3 months. The control group, other 9 stroke patients during recovery stage, received the general techniques for 3 months.ResultsReaching ability of stroke patients in standing in treatment group were significantly better than that of the control group(P<0.05-0.01).ConclusionThe reaching ability of stroke patients could be improved by PNF technique.

Key words: Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), reaching ability, stroke, hemiplegia, rehabilitation