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Torticollis
Nervous system and special senses
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Summary
Torticollis is a condition characterized by the involuntary contraction of the neck muscles, causing the head to tilt to one side and turn to the other. There are several types of torticollis, but the most common is congenital, which occurs due to the shortening or tightness of the sternocleidomastoid muscle on one side of the neck, caused by abnormal positioning in the womb or trauma during delivery.
Common symptoms of torticollis include a tilted head to one side, limited neck range of motion, neck pain and stiffness, shoulder elevation on one side, and headache. The treatment of torticollis depends on the underlying cause and can include options like physical therapy, muscle relaxants, and botulinum toxin injections.