Torticollis is a twisted neck in which the head is tipped to one
side, while the chin is turned to the other. Wry neck; Loxia
Causes, incidence, and risk factors 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. Signs and tests Various tests or procedures may be done
to rule out possible causes of head and neck pain. A physical
examination will show a visible shortening of the neck muscles
and the head will tilt toward the affected side while the chin
points to the opposite side. In more severe cases, the entire
head pulls and turns to one side A electromyogram (EMG) may be
done in mild cases to