The DNS Clinical Series of courses is for Clinicians are based on neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, muscle physiology, and kinesiology, with an emphasis on diagnostics. 

In DNS B we take the foundation of sagittal stabilization and apply it to differentiated patterns. We complete the developmental sequence and place our major emphasis on rehabilitating and training the ipsilateral and contralateral patterns. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the developmental sequence and the neurophysiological aspects of ontogenesis.  

These courses are limited to licensed health professionals (MD, DO, PT, DC, OT, ATC, massage therapists).  

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DNS Clinical Courses are 3-day, 21 hour courses, featuring a strong practical components, with a 65:35 practical-theory ratio.

DNS is a revolutionary perspective on evaluating and rehabilitating postural function that will greatly enhance any clinical rehabilitation or strength and conditioning program.

DNS B applies the fundamentals of sagittal stabilization and advances participants into the differentiated - ipsilateral and contralateral patterns.

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DNS B we take the foundation of sagittal stabilization and apply it to differentiated patterns. We complete the developmental sequence and place our major emphasis on rehabilitating and training the ipsilateral and contralateral patterns. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the developmental sequence and the neurophysiological aspects of ontogenesis.

1. Demonstrate an understanding of developmental kinesiology and its relationship with pathology of the locomotor system: review theory covered in the A course and introduce more advanced theory, namely the verticalization process
2. Describe the basis for primitive reflexes and postural reactions and their roles in developmental kinesiology
3. Introduce basic information about reflex locomotion according to Vojta
4. Perform demonstration of assessments of babies:  attendees will be able to recognize ideal and disturbed locomotor patterns and determine the developmental age of the babies
5. Demonstrate and teach proper handling of infants
6. Demonstration application of DNS assessment and treatment in adult patients with pain and dysfunction within the locomotor system – stabilization assessment and treatment strategy
7. Postural analysis & testing of integrated spinal stabilization system – review of Course A tests and introduction to additional, advanced tests
8. Integration of corrective exercises based on newly taught DNS functional tests
9. Exercise in differentiated ipsilateral and contralateral static positions, position transfer during locomotor function, exercise progression using unstable surface, resistance against “planned movement”, dual tasking and other challenges both in ipsi and contralateral patterns, transition between ipsilateral and contralateral patterns, training of isolated segmental movement
10. Introduction to cortical functioning – body scheme, quality of relaxation, isolated segmental movements
11. Provide more complex clinical management explanations for clinicians to better integrate more advanced DNS protocols into clinical practice
12. Optimally prepare students for the next level of training (Course “C”)

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Hour 1 - 2: Developmental Kinesiology & ontogenesis – review of the basic principles

Hour 3 - 4: Primitive reflexes, postural reactions & postural activity during the first year of lifeBreak

Hour 5 - 6: Functional assessment during the first year of life –demonstration of babies & video demonstration

Hour 7 - 8: Distinguish physiological and pathological development; central coordination disturbance; determine the developmental age; proper baby handling

Hour 9 -10: Distinguish physiological and pathological development; central coordination disturbance; determine the developmental age; proper baby handling cont.

Hour 11: Optimal spinal stabilization – review of the basic DNS tests

Hour 12: Workshop: Additional and advanced DNS tests

Hour 13 - 14: Cortical function:  Body scheme assessment and treatment approach

Hour 15 - 16: Workshop: Mobilization and relaxation techniques based on developmental kinesiology principles

Hour 17 - 18: Active exercise prescription based on developmental & reflex locomotion positions

Hour 19 -20: Workshop: DNS active exercise

Hour 21: Workshop: Advanced positions for active exercise. Patient’s education

Hour 22 - 25 Workshop: Advanced positions for active exercise. Patient’s education

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DNS is more than a course; it's a system of understanding human movement - posture and function - through a series of courses and a certification process. Eligibility requirements for the DNS Course D include:

• Completion of A – C courses and at least two additional DNS workshops.  The additional DNS workshops may include repeated A-C courses, DNS skills review sessions,  DNS special workshops  e.g sports performance, neurological disorders, pediatrics, etc. 
• Receipt of Certificates of Achievement in Courses A, B & C
• Application for Course D must take place no earlier than three years and no later than seven years, following completion of Course A.
• Demonstrate adequate handling skills that are evaluated by the respective instructors during workshop practice sessions.

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