Frequent falls or uncertain movement
When a child appears noticeably less coordinated or avoids movement challenges.
Assessment • Manual support • Movement development
We help your child move with greater confidence.
The TRIGGERMAP® Children’s Programme is built on the early recognition of individual movement patterns. We observe and assess first, then recommend only the support your child may genuinely need.
Early recognition. Personalised support. Confident development.
Playful assessmentChild-adapted DMS™ MethodSmall-group DMS™ Exercise
Why does it matter?
The preschool years are among the most intensive stages of movement development.
Running, jumping, climbing, drawing and balancing all give the developing nervous system new experience. Well-organised movement can create a sense of achievement, support body awareness and increase movement confidence. Some differences, however, may remain hidden behind compensations without causing symptoms.
Asymmetrical posture or one-sided use
When one side is used noticeably more or posture appears uneven.
Increased muscle tension
When a child often appears stiff, tense or finds it harder to relax.
Coordination difficulty
When learning or performing more complex movements is harder.
Fine-motor uncertainty
When difficulty is noticeable in drawing, pencil grip or hand use.
Giving up quickly, fewer successes
When a child withdraws, gives up or avoids trying in movement situations.
A single sign does not in itself indicate a problem or diagnosis. The aim is to understand how the individual child functions.
The programme’s three pillars
We assess. We recommend. We provide targeted support.
Not every child needs treatment. Assessment is always the first step, and its outcome determines the direction that follows.
TRIGGERMAP™ Assessment
A playful, age-appropriate observation of the child’s individual movement characteristics.
- Posture and side-to-side differences
- Muscle tone and increased tension
- Movement patterns and range
- Balance and coordination
- Body awareness and compensatory patterns
DMS™ Method
Child-adapted, non-invasive manual support based on the characteristics observed during assessment.
- Gentle soft-tissue techniques
- Trigger-point and fascial perspective
- Support for increased muscle tension
- Support for movement comfort and body perception
- Always adapted to the child’s cooperation
DMS™ Exercise
A playful movement programme based on assessment and adapted to the child’s individual development goals.
- Balance and coordination
- Body awareness and body schema
- Movement control and confidence
- Fine- and gross-motor tasks
- Achievement and movement confidence
Step by step
The child’s journey through the programme.
The process is simple and transparent. We first get to know the child, then recommend a personalised direction based on the results.
Parent consultation
We discuss history and the parent’s observations.
Assessment
We playfully observe the child’s movement and physical functioning.
Evaluation
The parent receives clear feedback and an individual recommendation.
Targeted support
DMS™ Method and/or DMS™ Exercise follows when appropriate.
Follow-up
We track changes and adjust the recommendation where needed.
Everything is fine
Age-appropriate regular movement, rest and a later follow-up may be sufficient.
Movement support recommended
DMS™ Exercise may be recommended based on the assessment.
Manual support may also help
With asymmetries, compensations or increased muscle tension, the DMS™ Method may also form part of the programme.
Preschool partner programme
We bring support closer to families.
Several stages of the programme can be provided at partner institutions, in a familiar and comfortable environment for the child.
How does it work?
- Parents first receive information about the programme and the signs worth observing.
- With parental consent, the TRIGGERMAP™ Assessment can be completed at the preschool.
- The parent may receive personalised feedback and recommendations about their child’s condition.
- Where appropriate, the DMS™ Method can be provided during the day and DMS™ Exercise as a small-group afternoon session.
An important principle
Our aim is early recognition.
Assessment has value in its own right.
We do not assess a child in order to recommend treatment. We assess to understand movement more clearly and decide whether any further support is needed. If it is not, we say so. If we notice something that belongs to another professional’s competence, we recommend appropriate specialist care.
The first step
Discover your child’s individual movement patterns.
Begin with a TRIGGERMAP™ Child Assessment or ask for more information about the DMS™ Children’s Programme.
The TRIGGERMAP™ Assessment does not replace a medical examination. Persistent pain, suspected developmental difference, neurological symptoms or another health concern require assessment by an appropriate healthcare professional.