Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation (DNS)
As we age, many of us lose the effortless movement we had as children due to repetitive strain, poor posture, and injuries. Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation (DNS) therapy helps restore natural movement patterns by retraining deep stabilising muscles, improving motor control, and enhancing core stability. Used by both elite athletes and individuals with pain syndromes, DNS therapy reduces pain, improves mobility, and prevents future injuries. It is particularly beneficial for conditions such as back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, and postural issues, helping patients regain strength, stability, and function.
The Loss Of Natural Movement?
As adults, many of us struggle to remember the last time our bodies moved effortlessly, free from pain or restriction. Watching children run, jump, and play serves as a reminder of a time when movement felt natural and unrestricted. From birth, our bodies follow a natural progression of development—rolling, crawling, standing, and walking. These milestones are hardwired into our DNA, guiding us through efficient movement patterns. However, as we age, repetitive movements, prolonged sitting, dysfunctional exercise routines, and injuries disrupt these patterns, leading to imbalances, pain, and movement restrictions.
What Is DNS Therapy?
Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation (DNS) therapy is designed to tap into the body’s innate developmental software, restoring natural movement patterns and efficient muscle activation. Used by both elite athletes and individuals with pain syndromes, DNS helps override compensation patterns that have developed over time. Through assessment and retraining, DNS therapy reactivates deep stabilising muscles, allowing the body to move fluidly and pain-free.
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What is The Goal Of DNS Therapy?
The primary aim of DNS is to improve motor control by enhancing the function of deep stabilising muscles, particularly around the spine and pelvis. This is achieved through specific exercises and techniques that focus on core stability and overall movement coordination. By restoring proper movement mechanics, DNS therapy helps alleviate pain, improve mobility, and prevent future injuries.
DNS therapy is effective for individuals suffering from various conditions, including back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, and postural issues. By re-educating the body to move correctly, DNS not only relieves pain but also strengthens and stabilises the body, allowing patients to return to their normal activities with improved function and resilience.