Welcome to Dystonia Network of Australia Inc.

Dystonia is a movement disorder characterised by muscle contractions which can cause abnormal movements, twisting and postures of any part of the body. It may also be accompanied by tremor and pain. Dystonia Network of Australia Inc. (DNA) is the peak body in Australia for adults and children with all forms of dystonia. We provide a pathway to support, information, literature and community awareness for adults and children living with dystonia and their carers and health providers.

Our aims

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

What is Dystonia?

It’s the third most common movement disorder after Parkinson’s and Essential Tremor. Read about the types of dystonia, causes and treatments

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Newly Diagnosed?

Find movement disorder neurologists, allied health professionals, support organisations and read stories from people with dystonia

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Videos and Webinars

Watch informative videos and webinars about dystonia by specialist health professionals

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Dystonia Research

Read up to date articles and research papers and find out if you may be eligible to participate in clinical trials or research

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Release of new book ‘Tremor, A movement disorder in a disordered world’ by award winning Australian author

Find out more and how to order here

See our videos and interviews for Dystonia Awareness Month

Interview with Yasmina McGlone

Yasmina is an inspiring young woman who plays wheelchair football. She’s also a motivational speaker and advocate who lives with myoclonus dystonia. Find out more about Yasmina at Linktree – @yasminamcglone