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 people 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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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 about all aspects of dystonia from both Australia and overseas
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New video on Dystonia by Dr Joel Maamary
Go to our Videos and Webinars page to watch this video about dystonia and his current research project
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DNA is now an information partner of healthdirect
View our profile page on the healthdirect website
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Downloadable Dystonia Brochures
Access our downloadable brochures which have recently been updated
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Funding for Australian Research
During 2022 DNA contributed to Australian dystonia research projects
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Books by and for people with Dystonia
Read books written by, about or for people with dystonia including the new fiction book about the dystonia journey of one of our members
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Dystonia Clinical Trials
Find out if you are eligible for one of the current Australian clinical trials recruiting people with dystonia
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