81. TORTICOLLIS Causes torticollis may happen even if you do not have an accident or an You may need to have surgery on these muscles if the torticollis is very bad. http://www.healthtouch.com/bin/EContent_HT/cnoteShowLfts.asp?fname=00711&title=T

82. Atlanta Case 17 The image is of an infant with torticollis. This is a clinical sign and not a In broad terms, the cause of torticollis may be congenital or acquired and http://homepages.iol.ie/~rcsiorth/journal/volume2/june/a17.htm

Atlanta Case 17 Torticollis What is this condition? What is the differential diagnosis? The image is of an infant with torticollis. This is a clinical sign and not a diagnosis. The attitude of the head and neck results from a combination of head tilt and rotation. A tight sternomastoid muscle causes head tilt towards the tight side with rotation of the chin to the opposite side. The differential diagnosis is extensive and important. In broad terms, the cause of torticollis may be congenital or acquired and those acquired include inflammatory, neurogenic and neoplastic conditions. The cause may be osseus , as in this infant who has a cervico-thoracic hemivertebra. Other cervical spine anomalies including the Klipple -Feil syndrome may have a similar appearance. Atlantoaxial rotatory displacement causes torticollis and may be spontaneous in onset, post traumatic or may even follow upper respiratory tract infection (Grisel's syndrome). Osteoid osteoma in the cervical spine is a classical cause of painful torticollis which responds to NSAID medication. The cause may be non-osseus , as in the common "congenital muscular torticollis". It may also be ocular in origin, with a superior oblique muscle paresis creating a compensatory head tilt. Torticollis may be the first manifestation of a more sinister underlying condition such as a posterior fossa tumour.

83. Torticollis (Spasmodic torticollis, Cervical Dystonia). by Diane Savitsky. Definition. torticollis is a chronic condition in which the neck muscles contract http://healthgate.partners.org/browsing/browseContent.asp?fileName=11495.xml&tit

84. Berkeley Parents Network: Torticollis (tilted Neck) My daughter, now 10 months old, has mild torticollis or a tilted neck, Has anyone had experience with torticollis? Our six month old daughter has been http://parents.berkeley.edu/recommend/medical/torticollis.html

Berkeley Parents Network Home Members Post a Msg Reviews ... Search Torticollis (tilted neck) Berkeley Parents Network Reviews > Torticollis (tilted neck) March 2002 My daughter, now 10 months old, has mild torticollis or a tilted neck, probably from how she was positioned in utero. I discovered it at about 6 weeks, although it took the doctor a few more months to take it seriously. I've taken her to an osteopathic doctor and physical therapist, and although she's much better, I'm not sure how much they helped or if it was just her growing and getting stronger. I'm worried about long-term effects because I myself have chonic pain from scoliosis and an assymetrical body. I want to try other body work treatments for her to address her asymetry at this point, before she might deal with the effects it has on her developing body as she learns to walk, etc. Any one have experience with this or can recommend a really good infant body worker? Thanks. Has anyone had experience with torticollis? Our six month old daughter has been officially diagnosed and should have been referred to physical therapy earlier. Nevertheless, she will have stretching exercies and be fitted for a cervical collar soon. We are, of course, worried and would love to hear from anyone whose child had torticollis as an infant. Any advice, success stories, things to watch out for, alternative therapies, comments to anticipate from others, other recommendations, etc.? It is pretty uncommon, but the folks at Childrens Hospital Physical Therapy seem to know how to treat it, hopefully successfully in our case. We are curious at what point your child was referred on by the pediatrician. It seems they are not as on top of it as they need to be. Thank you in advance. a concerned mother

85. Parenting And Child Health - Health Topics - Congenital Torticollis This is not a congenital torticollis, but treatment is the same. Rarely torticollis is caused by abnormalities of one or more bones in the neck. http://www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetails.aspx?p=114&np=304&id=2296

86. Back & Neck Problems: Torticollis torticollis is a contracted state of the neck muscles. Another manifestation of the problem is called spasmodic torticollis. In this disorder, a person http://www.baptistonline.org/health/library/back3410.asp

About Us Contact Us Site Map Go ... Health Topic Library Torticollis Back Exercises Back Pain Causes Exercises for the Desk Bound Lift It Right ... Whiplash Torticollis is a contracted state of the neck muscles. It used to be known as wryneck. It results in an unnatural position of the head where the chin is turned toward one shoulder. Sometimes the shoulder lifts up to meet the neck, as well. In an infant, it may be caused by birth trauma. If not treated, the problem will worsen. In adults, this twisting is usually caused by a spasm of the neck muscles. Causes of this neck spasm may vary, but include: * muscular strain, * stress, * viral infection, or * traumatic injury to the neck (whiplash). Another manifestation of the problem is called spasmodic torticollis. In this disorder, a person notices an involuntary turning of the head to one side. It begins intermittently and becomes increasingly severe. This type of torticollis is seen more frequently in women than in men. When mild, you are able to straighten your head against the resistance of the muscles. When severe, the neck will be held in a prolonged twisted position. It is important to determine what is causing the problem. Two common causes are sleeping on your stomach or holding the phone between your shoulder and ear. Changing these habits is easy. Get a pillow that supports the natural curve of your neck. Sleep on your side or your back to maintain the natural curve. If you use the phone often or for long periods, use your hand to hold the receiver or get a headset. Stress may cause tension in your neck muscles. A stress-reduction or relaxation program may help.

87. Torticollis torticollis is a medical disorder found in children. Read the definition of torticollis to learn more about this condition . http://physicaltherapy.about.com/b/a/150514.htm

zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') zfs=0;zCMt='a69' About Physical Therapy Physical Therapy Essentials ... Help zau(256,140,140,'el','http://z.about.com/0/ip/417/C.htm','');w(xb+xb+' ');zau(256,140,140,'von','http://z.about.com/0/ip/496/7.htm','');w(xb+xb); FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Physical Therapy newsletter! See Online Courses Search Physical Therapy Torticollis Physical Therapy Blog Main From Laura Inverarity Your Guide to Physical Therapy FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! March 01, 2005 Torticollis Torticollis is a medical disorder found in children. Read the definition of torticollis to learn more about this condition. Email to a Friend Display Latest Headlines Read Archives powered by Movable Type Advertisement Most Popular PT Degree Programs Types of Physical Therapy Back Stretches Ankle Rehab ... PTjobs What's Hot Herniated Disc Ankle Rehab Back Pain Ex Stages of Pressure Ulcers ... Walking With a Cane Related Topics Sports Medicine Orthopedics Arthritis Exercise adunitCM(150,100,'x55') Topic Index Email to a Friend Our Story Be a Guide ... New York Times Company Around About Hurricane Katrina Photo Gallery: Europe Photo Gallery: Las Vegas Strip World's Best Spas ... Nudity and the Spa What's Hot Herniated Disc Ankle Rehab Back Pain Ex Stages of Pressure Ulcers ... Walking With a Cane Headlines Exercising During Pregnancy There are many activites that can be performed to continue...

88. Torticollis (Wryneck) torticollis, also known as wryneck, is a twisting of the neck that causes torticollis is caused by irritation to cervical nerves, which results in spasm http://ymghealthinfo.org/content.asp?pageid=P01389

89. Spasmodic Torticollis Spasmodic torticollis is a form of dystonia characterized by intermittent spasms of the neck muscles resulting in involuntary rotation and tilting of the http://neurology.health-cares.net/spasmodic-torticollis.php

90. Torticollis Selective denervation for spasmodic torticollis. This report, written by Dr Thomas HS Dent MRCP MFPHM, was published as STEER 2002 Volume 2 (10) as part of http://omni.ac.uk/browse/mesh/D014103.html

low graphics Torticollis broader: Dystonia Selective denervation for spasmodic torticollis This report, written by Dr Thomas H S Dent MRCP MFPHM, was published as STEER 2002 Volume 2 (10) as part of the Wessex Institute for Health Research and Development's STEER (Succinct and Timely Evaluated Evidence Review) service. The report addresses the question: "Is selective denervation, with or without transection of cervical muscles, effective for treating spasmodic torticollis?" Produced for policy makers by the Wessex Institute for Health Research and Development, together with Bazian Ltd, a company specialising in evidence-based medicine. In PDF, which requires Adobe Acrobat Reader. Torticollis Review [Publication Type] Policy Making Muscle Denervation ... Selective peripheral denervation of cervical dystonia One in a series of guidance notes covering new interventional surgical procedures, produced by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE). Published in August 2004, this evidence-based guideline considers the safety and efficacy of selective peripheral denervation, a surgical approach which involves cutting the nerves to the muscles of the neck through a large skin incision, in treating cervical dystonia, a condition in which the muscles of the neck contract painfully and cause twisting of the head. Topics covered in this guideline include indications; outline of the procedure; efficacy; information for the public and safety. From this summary page users can access the 2 page guideline, information for the public about the procedure, a distribution list and initial consultation documents. All these documents are provided in PDF, which requires Adobe Acrobat Reader.

91. Spasmodic Torticollis Spasmodic torticollis, also known as cervical dystonia, is a form of dystonia characterized by intermittent http://webcenter.health.webmd.netscape.com/hw/brain_nervous_system/nord213.asp

var guid_source = ""; var guid_source_id = ""; //unused var encodedurl = ""; WebMD Today Home WebMD News Center XML News via RSS Member Services WebMD University My WebMD Find a Physician Medical Info Check Symptoms Medical Library Health Tools Clinical Trials ... Women, Men, Lifestyle Who We Are About WebMD Site Map Health Topics Symptoms ... For a Complete Report Spasmodic Torticollis Important It is possible that the main title of the report Spasmodic Torticollis is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. Synonyms Spasmodic Wryneck Torticollis Idiopathic Cervical Dystonia ICD Cervical Dystonia Disorder Subdivisions Tonic Spasmodic Torticollis Clonic Spasmodic Torticollis Mixed Tonic and Clonic Torticollis General Discussion Spasmodic Torticollis, also known as cervical dystonia, is a form of dystonia characterized by intermittent spasms of the neck muscles resulting in involuntary rotation and tilting of the head. These movements are frequently painful. There are three different varieties of the disorder: tonic, causing sustained turning of the head to one side; clonic, causing shaking movements of the head; and mixed tonic and clonic, involving both kinds of movements. The exact cause of this disorder is usually unknown, and it tends to appear in adults. Resources WE MOVE (Worldwide Education and Awareness for Movement Disorders) 204 West 84th Street New York, NY 10024

92. Spasmodic Torticollis National. 75 chapters. Founded 1983. Advocacy group providing information and support to spasmodic torticollis http://webcenter.health.webmd.netscape.com/hw/brain_nervous_system/shc29spa.asp

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93. Congenital Muscular Torticollis (Wry-neck) - DynoMed.com What is Congenital Muscular torticollis? (“Wry Neck”) Congenital muscular torticollis is also called Wry Neck. It is a congenital condition that causes the http://www.dynomed.com/encyclopedia/encyclopedia/pediatric_orthopedics/Congenita

Return Records Congenital Muscular Torticollis (Wry-neck) Causes Symptoms Treatment What is Congenital Muscular Torticollis? (“Wry Neck”) Congenital muscular torticollis is also called Wry Neck.  It is a congenital condition that causes the child’s head to tilt to one side.  Because of the tilt, the chin often rotates to point to the opposite shoulder.  In almost 75% of the cases, the head is tilted toward the right. The cause of the tilt is the one-sided contraction of the sternocleidomastoid muscle.  This muscle runs from the chest to the neck.  When Wry Neck is present, the muscle is tighter than it should be and the head tilts and rotates. The condition usually occurs in children at birth and lasts until about three months of age but may persist and cause facial deformities. Causes of Congenital Muscular Torticollis?

94. Spasmodic Torticollis Spasmodic torticollis Updated May 18, 2004 Spasmodic torticollis (ST) Merck Manual. Researched by NOAH Contributing Editor NOAH Team http://www.noah-health.org/en/bns/disorders/other/spasmodic.html

Skip navigation About NOAH Help English Spanish Both Advanced NOAH Brain and Nervous System Change text size: Spasmodic Torticollis Updated: May 18, 2004 About Spasmodic Torticollis (ST) National Spasmodic Torticollis Association Cervical Dystonia We Move Spasmodic Torticollis (ST) Merck Manual Researched by NOAH Contributing Editor: NOAH Team NOAH Brain and Nervous System Specific Nervous System Disorders Other Neurological Problems > Spasmodic Torticollis Health Topics Index A to Z Page of the Month Advanced Search ... Feedback

95. C-Health : Torticollis In order for your neck to move the way it should, all the neck muscles, tendons, and bones must be healthy and functioning properly. http://chealth.canoe.ca/condition_info_details.asp?disease_id=128&rot=4

96. Spasmodic Torticollis Spasmodic torticollis, also known as cervical dystonia, is a form of dystonia characterized by intermittent spasms of the neck muscles resulting in http://www.bchealthguide.org/kbase/nord/nord213.htm

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97. Spasmodic Torticollis, Dr. Jho's Endoscopic MVD Surgery Dr. Jho performs microvascular decompression surgery for spasmodic torticollis. http://drjho.com/torticollis_surgery.htm

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98. Torticollis - Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, Washington torticollis Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, Washington. http://www.swedish.org/14561.cfm

PDF Version Search Send-to-Friend Health Library Home ... Conditions InBrief Torticollis (Spasmodic Torticollis, Cervical Dystonia) by Diane Savitsky Definition Causes Risk Factors ... Organizations Definition Torticollis is a chronic condition in which the neck muscles contract involuntarily. This causes the head to turn and tilt to one side, and the chin to point to the opposite side. Sometimes one shoulder is lifted. The muscle contraction may be constant (fixed) or may come and go (intermittent). The abnormal posture caused by tilting the head may lead to neck pain. Torticollis may be present at birth (congenital) or develop later in life (acquired). Causes The causes of torticollis are not well understood. More research is needed to determine what role genetic, environmental, or other underlying mechanisms may play in causing torticollis. Causes may include: Genetic defect Infant's position during pregnancy or delivery Head or neck injury Damage or malfunction of the nervous system, specifically the basal ganglia, which is a deep brain structure Inner ear or eye problems Deformities of the bones or muscles in the neck Tumors of the head or neck Arthritis of the neck Use of certain medications, including:

99. Healthfinder® - Spasmodic Torticollis Carefully selected government and nonprofit health information on Spasmodic torticollis. http://www.healthfinder.gov/Scripts/SearchContext.asp?topic=808

100. Healthfinder® — National Spasmodic Torticollis Association - NSTA The National Spasmodic torticollis Association (NSTA) is a non profit organization formed to provide information and support to people with Spasmodic http://www.healthfinder.gov/orgs/HR2108.htm

Help Advanced Search News Library ... Organizations National Spasmodic Torticollis Association - NSTA Organization URL(s) www.torticollis.org/ Other Contact Information 9920 Talbert Avenue, Suite 233 Fountain Valley, CA 92708 800-487-8385 (Voice - Toll-free) 800-HUR-TFUL (Voice - Toll-free) 714-378-7837 (Voice) 714-378-7830 (FAX) Description The National Spasmodic Torticollis Association (NSTA) is a non profit organization formed to provide information and support to people with Spasmodic Torticollis (ST), a painful and debilitating neurological condition that affects over 150,000 people in the United States. Caused by a dysfunction in the brain, ST causes sustained or intermittent involuntary contractions of muscles around the neck, causing the head to turn or lean to one side, or forward or backward. The Association has an outreach program designed to bring ST patients together and to make the medical profession and general public more aware of the disorder. Chapters are located nationwide. Print Resources NSTA publishes a fact sheet on Spasmodic Torticollis and other articles and brochures about ST and its treatment. Serial publication: Newsletter, Quarterly. Videotape resources include: "Rehabilitative Exercises and Physical Therapy for Spasmodic Torticollis," 40 minute tape on VHS produced by NSTA, (c) 2001; and a Public Service Announcement "Spasmodic Torticollis is" narrated by Ms. Dixie Carter former star of Designing Women, 30 seconds available on VHS or Beta.

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