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Dystonia Network of Australia Inc.

Dystonia Network of Australia Inc. (DNA) is a registered charity and the peak body in Australia for adults and children with all forms of dystonia. DNA provides a pathway to support, information, literature and community awareness for adults and children with dystonia, their carers and interested health providers.

Vision and mission

  • To provide appropriate, researched information for adults and children with dystonia, their carers and interested health providers
  • To increase community awareness of the condition
  • To fund seminars, educational forums and assist with research into dystonia

How Dystonia Network of Australia Inc. can help

DNA helps adults and children diagnosed with dystonia by providing information on the different types of dystonia, causes and treatment options. They provide information on specialist movement disorder neurologists and allied health practitioners and assist people to navigate the health system. The DNA website has links to educational videos, clinical trials, research and books on dystonia. It also has links to other relevant service providers and national and international support organisations.

Dystonia Awareness Month — Every September activities are carried out to raise awareness of dystonia.

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Last reviewed: May 2023

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Living with Dystonia - Dystonia Network of Australia Inc

Movement Disorder Neurologists We have lists of movement disorder neurologists in each Australian state and territory. Please note that you will need a referral to see

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Allied Health - Dystonia Network of Australia Inc

List of Australian Neurophysiotherapists, Rehabilitation and Speech Therapists This list […]

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Support and Mental Health - Dystonia Network of Australia Inc

Dystonia can affect the individual physically, emotionally, socially, at work […]

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Movement Disorder Neurologists - Dystonia Network of Australia Inc

A visit to your neurologist should be a positive experience […]

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Treatment Options - Dystonia Network of Australia Inc

After diagnosis by a neurologist who specialises or has an […]

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Deep Brain Stimulation - Dystonia Network of Australia Inc

What is Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)? DBS is a neurosurgical […]

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Medications - Dystonia Network of Australia Inc

There are many different types of medications used to treat […]

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Physiotherapy - Dystonia Network of Australia Inc

Physiotherapy in dystonia is complex and its effect depends on […]

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Speech Pathology - Dystonia Network of Australia Inc

Speech Pathology in dystonia is twofold. The person with spasmodic […]

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What is Dystonia? - Dystonia Network of Australia Inc

What is Dystonia? Dystonia is a neurological movement disorder that […]

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