What is Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Method?

Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization

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 Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Method (DNS) according to Kolar is an innovative approach to manual medicine (chiropractic) and physiotherapy which involves every component of the locomotor system (muscles, joints, discs, nerves and soft tissues). DNS stimulates movement control centers in the brain through activation of ideal inborn movement patterns. This method helps to restore the structural and postural alignment of the bodys neuro-musculo-sleletal system by invoking the Global Motor Patterns (defined lower in this post).

 

Is Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Method ( DNS) the only approach you use to treat in your practice?

No.  Not at all.  In Fact We Primarily use Active Release Technique. But the real key to our success is our expertise and understanding of functional anatomy of neuromusculoskeletal conditions, which allows diagnosing functional disturbances and selecting a treatment procedure most suitable for each individual patient. Being trained in variety of advanced functional clinical diagnostic methods, Dr. Shepard  is able to decide which method or combination of methods fits each patient.

In our experience, however we see faster and more sound results with DNS exercises in combination with Active Release Technique.

We also use variety of classic physical therapy and chiropractic methods which survived the test of time. Being educated personally from Prague Rehabilitation School, Dr. Shepard also use number of unique Manual Medicine approaches derived from Europe and Australia.  Dr. Shepard is also one of the few DNS providers in US. We also treat conditions which usually respond poorly to Physical Therapy or Chiropractic.

Because of the breakthrough scientific basis of DNS we often succeed where everything else fails. We believe that DNS is truly a 21st Century approach in conservative care.  Here is a list of therapeutic interventions we use in our practice: DNS , Active Release Technique, McKenzie Method, Classic Manual Therapy according to Lewit and Janda (Czech school of Manual Medicine), Vojta Therapy, Kinesiotaping, Myofascial release and Trigger point therapy.

What are the Global Motor Patterns?
Global Motor Patterns form the foundation of human movement. They represent the building blocks of our predetermined ability to become upright. They are activated during the postural development in the first months of a childs life, in a specific sequence from less complex to more complex. The Global Motor Patterns remains critical for the control of our posture and stability of the spine, which is the pivotal center of the entire locomotor system (movement system) for the entirety of our lives.

More to come about the FAQ of DNS in the next blog post.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact Dr. Shepard by using the information below.

Matthew J. Shepard, DC

Shepard Pain and Performance Care

drshepard@bnchiro.com