Torticollis

usgb/ˌtɔrtɪˈkɑlɪs/
noun

A condition in which the head is tilted to one side due to muscle contractions.

The child was diagnosed with torticollis after showing a persistent tilt of the head.
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Formal

congenital torticollis,acquired torticollis,muscle spasms

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Medical Term

Torticollis is a medical term, often used in clinical settings.

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Common Misconceptions

Some may confuse torticollis with general neck pain.

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Familiar Symptoms

Common symptoms include head tilting and neck stiffness.

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Awareness of symptoms can assist in early diagnosis.
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