Torticollis

Question 1

torticollis

Answer 1

abnormal position of head and neck

Question 2

Congenital Muscular

Answer 2

thickening or lump in affected muscle. tightness in neck or shoulder muscles

Question 3

Acquired Torticollis

Answer 3

soft tissue or bony abnormalities

Question 4

Positional Torticollis

Answer 4

babys position when sleeping on back; positions throughout the day

Question 5

Alterations in body functions and structure

Answer 5

• prefer to turn head to one side
• may tilt head to one side
  -decreased ROM, head asymmetry
• head may be misshaped or flattened

Question 6

limitations and participation restrictions

Answer 6

• difficulty with visual tracking to contralateral side of the posterior flattening/misshaped head, especially when supine or reclined

Question 7

management

Answer 7

pt effective at resolving when initiated early
prevent limitations and deformity by repositioning to facilitate symmetrical movement and head shaping