Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization: Application to Sport Performance and Rehabilitation
The nervous system establishes programs that control human posture, movement and gait. This ‘motor control’ is largely established during the first critical years of life. Therefore, the “Prague School” emphasizes neurodevelopmental aspects of motor control in order to assess and restore dysfunction of the locomotor system and associated syndromes.
Learning Objectives:
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- Provide an understanding of DNS concepts and principles that are based on developmental kinesiology.
- Demonstrate the role of the diaphragm for both respiration and stabilization functions.
- Demonstrate the application of “active exercises” that are derived from our knowledge of developmental kinesiology.
- Demonstrate the progressive nature of developmental movements.
- Understand optimal vs abnormal patterns and then solutions to address dysfunctional movements.
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About the Presenter
Michael Rintala, DC
Michael Rintala, D.C. is in private practice in San Diego, California specializing in sports medicine and rehabilitation. Dr. Rintala has been part of the Professional Golf Association (PGA) Tour Sports Medicine Team since 2005. He is also a treating doctor for the World Surf League (WSL) and a wide variety of other organizations ranging from Dance to Action Sports. He also serves on the USA Surfing Performance Committee. Dr. Rintala is an international instructor on Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) for the Prague School of Rehabilitation. He is a certified DNS Exercise Trainer and DNS Practitioner.