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
Learn MoreNewly Diagnosed?
Find movement disorder neurologists, allied health professionals, support organisations and read stories from people with dystonia
Find out MoreVideos and Webinars
Watch informative videos and webinars about dystonia by specialist health professionals
Learn MoreDystonia Research
Read up to date articles and research papers about all aspects of dystonia from both Australia and overseas
Learn MoreLatest Dystonia News
Rare Disease Day
29 February 2024 was Rare Disease Day which is held annually to raise awareness of all rare diseases.
Learn moreQ & A interview series
Read our interesting 5 minute interviews with an author/life coach/dystonia advocate, a dystonia researcher and a clinical trial participant.
Read hereDownloadable Dystonia Brochures
Access our downloadable brochures which have recently been updated
Learn moreWould you like to participate in a clinical trial?
Do you have cervical dystonia? Do you live in or near Melbourne? If so, you may wish to participate in a clinical trial conducted by Deakin University researchers. Participants will receive Coles vouchers and reimbursement of parking fees
Find out moreBooks 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
Learn moreMember Zoom Chat Dates
21st March, 23rd April
22nd May, 20th June,
23rd July, 21st August
19th September, 24th October
20th November, 19th December