Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation (DNS)

In the second half of February 22,  I completed my first level of a Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation course, or DNS for short. It will be a  while before I can call myself a DNS therapist. However, we can implement some the techniques in practice.

DNS Encompasses principles of developmental kinesiology during the first year of life. The process defines posture, breathing pattern, and functional joint centration from a neurodevelopmental perspective.

The DNS process derives ideal quality of these functional stereotypes from central (neurological) programs maturing during early postural ontogenesis. It is a unique rehabilitation strategy based on the principles of developmental kinesiology and the neurophysiological and biomechanics aspects of maturing postural. (RehabPS, 2020)

In short, we work through the positions a child goes through in their first year of life, adapt them to for an adult, and their current abilities. While working on their breathing and trunk stability.  Trunk stability is so important in everything we do in life. If you are unable to hold your trunk upright, your posture can be compromised. The same can be said while doing an activity, if you are unable to hold a good posture through the activity you put yourself in a higher risk category for injuries.

I’m looking forward to sharing my knowledge and these techniques with you.

Many Mullets and Mahalos,

Dr Lloyd Mather.

The image shows an infants first year of life learning to walk.