At The Movement Recipe, we are passionate about helping women move, heal, and thrive at every stage of life. Recently, we had the opportunity to dive deep into Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS), focusing specifically on how it can be used to improve core and pelvic floor health for women. This innovative approach pairs perfectly with chiropractic care, offering a comprehensive way to address movement dysfunction, pain, and imbalance.
In this blog, we’ll explore what DNS is, how it complements chiropractic care, and why this combination is a game-changer for women’s health—especially during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.
What is DNS?
Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) is an innovative approach to understanding how the body develops and maintains movement patterns. It’s based on the idea that our ability to move, stabilize, and breathe effectively is rooted in the natural movement patterns we develop during infancy.
By examining these innate movement blueprints, DNS helps practitioners identify and correct imbalances in the body. Whether it’s addressing postural issues, chronic pain, or pelvic health concerns, DNS provides a framework for restoring optimal function and coordination.
For women, especially those navigating pre- and postnatal stages, DNS offers an invaluable tool for improving pelvic floor health and core stability.
How DNS and Chiropractic Care Work Together
While DNS focuses on movement and stability, chiropractic care emphasizes the health of the nervous system and the alignment of the musculoskeletal system. Together, these approaches create a powerful synergy that addresses both the structure and function of the body.
Here’s how they complement each other:
1️⃣ Aligning the Foundation: Chiropractic adjustments help correct misalignments in the spine and pelvis, which are common during pregnancy and postpartum. These adjustments provide a stable foundation for DNS exercises to work more effectively.
2️⃣ Restoring Neuromuscular Communication: Chiropractic care ensures that the nervous system is functioning optimally, allowing the brain and muscles to communicate efficiently. DNS builds on this by teaching the body how to activate and coordinate these muscles in natural, functional patterns.
3️⃣ Addressing Root Causes: Both DNS and chiropractic care look beyond symptoms to address the root causes of dysfunction. Whether it’s pelvic pain, incontinence, or diastasis recti, this combination focuses on restoring balance and harmony to the entire body.
4️⃣ Supporting Every Stage of Life: From pregnancy to postpartum recovery, chiropractic care and DNS together support the changing needs of a woman’s body. Chiropractic care alleviates pain and ensures alignment, while DNS strengthens the core and pelvic floor for improved movement and stability.
Why DNS is a Game-Changer for Women’s Health
Pregnancy and childbirth can take a toll on the body, often leading to issues like:
- Pelvic floor dysfunction
- Core weakness or diastasis recti
- Lower back and hip pain
- Poor posture and breathing mechanics
DNS offers targeted solutions to these challenges by retraining the body to move and stabilize the way it was designed to. Paired with chiropractic care, DNS can help:
- Relieve pain by improving core and pelvic floor balance
- Restore proper breathing patterns for better stability and energy
- Address incontinence, prolapse, and other pelvic floor issues
- Enhance athletic performance and daily movement
How DNS Techniques Enhance Core Function to Alleviate Pelvic Floor Complaints
Pelvic floor complaints often stem from weak or improperly functioning muscles within this region, leading to issues such as incontinence or pelvic pain. By employing DNS techniques, practitioners can help patients retrain their neuromuscular system to activate these muscles more effectively. This not only alleviates symptoms but also promotes long-term health and functionality.
One key aspect of DNS is its emphasis on breathing patterns. Proper diaphragmatic breathing enhances intra-abdominal pressure regulation, which in turn supports pelvic stability and function. Through guided exercises that mimic infant development stages—where natural movement patterns are most evident—patients learn to engage their core musculature optimally.
Incorporating DNS into a treatment plan requires an understanding of its principles and a commitment to consistent practice. However, when implemented correctly, these techniques offer a promising solution for those seeking relief from pelvic floor complaints by enhancing overall core function and stability. As awareness grows around this approach, more individuals may find lasting benefits through this holistic method of rehabilitation.
Ready to Feel Stronger, Move Better, and Live Fully?
If you’re struggling with pelvic pain, core weakness, or other movement challenges, the combination of DNS and chiropractic care might be exactly what you need. At The Movement Recipe, we’re here to help you unlock your body’s full potential with personalized, evidence-based care. Learn more about how we use DNS in our office.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward feeling your best!
