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Pediatric Torticollis

What is Torticollis? 

Torticollis, meaning "twisted neck" in Latin, is a condition that typically affects babies from 0 to 3 months of age. Sometimes referred to as wryneck, torticollis is a relatively common condition in children.

Generally, torticollis is classified as either congenital, meaning present at birth, or acquired and occurring later in childhood.
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Congenital muscular torticollis is by far the most common form of pediatric torticollis. Typically occurring due to a baby's position in the womb or following a difficult childbirth, this type of torticollis develops from a tight or short muscle in the neck called the sternocleidomastoid. This muscle is responsible for side bending and rotation of the neck. When tight or short, this muscle causes a child's head to tilt slightly sideways in one direction and rotate slightly in the opposite. 

If left untreated, a torticollis can lead to plagiocephally - the development of a flat spot on one side of a baby's head. 
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Signs and Symptoms

  • Limited range of motion of head & neck
  • Head tilted in one direction;
  • Prefers to look over to one side;
  • Trouble breastfeeding/feeding on one side versus the other;
  • Flat spot behind one side of head.

How can it be treated?

Following an assessment with one of our pediatric physiotherapists, you will be taught a series of stretches and exercises to perform with your baby. 
You may also be given advice regarding feeding, positioning (car seat, crib, holding, etc), as well as everyday tips to help throughout your child's treatment. 
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Mon-Thur:  7:30am - 7:30pm
Fri: 7:30am - 6:00pm
Sat/Sun:  Closed
1185 Bank Street
​Ottawa ON
K1S 3X7


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  • Home
  • ABOUT
    • Our Approach
    • Meet The Team
    • Pricing
    • Career Opportunities
  • OUR SERVICES
    • Physiotherapy Services
    • Manual Therapy
    • Acupuncture
    • Concussions
    • Dry Needling
    • Jaw Pain (TMJ)
    • Pediatrics
    • Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
    • Running Assessment
    • Shockwave Therapy
    • Vestibular/Vertigo
  • CONDITIONS TREATED
  • BOOK NOW
    • Schedule Assessment
    • Online Booking
  • CONTACT