Torticolis
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Definition:
A contraction, often spasmodic, of the muscles of the neck, chiefly those supplied by the spinal accessory nerve; the head is drawn to one side and usually rotated so that the chin points to the other side.
Symptoms- Abnormal, asymmetrical head or neck position
- laterocollis : the head is tipped towards the shoulder
- rotational torticollis : the head rotates along the longitudal axis
- anterocollis : forward flexion of the head and neck
- retrocollis : hyperextension of head and neck backwards
Causes- Congenital
- Painful neck muscles
- scarring or disease of cervical vertebrae
- Adenitis
- Tonsillitis
- Rheumatism
- Enlarged cervical glands
- Retropharyngeal abscess
- Cerebellar tumors
Treatment- ROM and stretching
- Create muscle balance in neck
- Soft tissue massage
- Posture program
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