Wry Neck
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A crooked neck, known medically as torticollis, is a contracture or forced position of the neck muscles that tilts or turns the head to one side and makes it hard to move normally.
Common symptoms:
- pain and stiffness on one side of the neck
- involuntary tilting of the head
- difficulty or discomfort when turning the neck
Common causes: sleeping in a bad position, sudden movements, muscle tension, stress, and, in some cases, factors present from birth.
Which specialist treats it? The physical therapist and physical medicine and rehabilitation professionals assess mobility and help restore neck function. If the discomfort persists, recurs, or comes with other symptoms, it's advisable to have it checked by a specialist.
Data on 2,262 doctors who treat wry neck
Which specialist treats wry neck?
A twisted neck (torticollis) can be treated by a physical therapist, and some patients also see a sports medicine physician, a complementary therapist, or an acupuncturist. You can book with a physical therapist if you have pain and stiffness limiting neck movement. The specialist will assess the cause of the discomfort.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in wry neck
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Brisa Vega Castellanos
Dr. Gimena Soledad Liberman Estévez
Frequently asked questions
What is wry neck?
A crooked neck, known medically as torticollis, is a contracture or forced position of the neck muscles that tilts or turns the head to one side and makes it hard to move normally.
Which doctor treats wry neck?
A twisted neck (torticollis) can be treated by a physical therapist, and some patients also see a sports medicine physician, a complementary therapist, or an acupuncturist. You can book with a physical therapist if you have pain and stiffness limiting neck movement. The specialist will assess the cause of the discomfort.