08/06/2026
Head tilted to one side and the chin turned the other? It may be torticollis—but “twisted neck” describes the position, not the underlying cause.
Torticollis can result from muscle spasm, infant positioning, trauma, or a neurological condition. Because different causes can look similar, a proper evaluation is important.
The upper neck may also play a role. Over 50% of the and neck neck rotation occurs between the atlas (C1) and axis (C2), so evaluating the upper cervical region can be an important part of understanding abnormal head posture and restricted movement.
Comment “Torticolis” to learn more