Torticollis Etiology and Management In Children

Abstract

Torticollis has been recognized for many centuries , but theories of its etiology and treatment remains controversial. Alexander the great may. have suffered from this condition (Francis et al., 1988). Torticollis in children is a sign of underlying disease process, and docs not imply a specific diagnosis • Torticollis, in general, can result from any process that damage or irritate the muscles , ligaments • or vertebrae of the neck. Furthermore, any lesion of the brain or spinal cord tracts. go\•crning head position and orientation , as well as ocular and psychatric disturbances can cause torticollis .