Torticollis is a twisted neck in which the head is tipped to one side, while the chin is turned to the other.
Torticollis is a twisted neck in which the head is tipped to one side, while the chin is turned to the other.
Causes
Torticollis may be:
• Inherited: Due to specific changes in your genes
• Acquired: Develops as a result of damage to the nervous system or muscles If the condition occurs without a known cause, it is called idiopathic torticollis. Torticollis may develop in childhood or adulthood. Congenital torticollis (present at birth) may occur if the fetus’ head is in the wrong position while growing in the womb, or if the muscles or blood supply to the fetus’ neck are injured. Symptoms • Limited range of motion of the head
• Headache
• Head tremor
• Neck pain
• Shoulder is higher on one side of the body
• Stiffness of neck muscles
• Swelling of the neck muscles (possibly present at birth).