Torticollis
What is Torticollis?
Torticollis, or "wry neck," is a condition where the neck twists or tilts abnormally due to tight or shortened muscles, often the sternocleidomastoid. It can be present at birth congenital or acquired from strain, trauma, or other causes.
How physical therapy helps
Physical therapy helps babies with proper neck positioning and movement by improving mobility, relieving pain, and restoring alignment through stretching, strengthening, manual therapy, and postural training, leading to significant symptom improvement.