Torticollis
Torticollis is a contracture or tension of the neck muscles that tilts and turns the head to one side, making it difficult to move it normally and causing discomfort or pain.
Common causes: It is usually due to poor postures, sleeping in a bad position, sudden movements, or muscle tension; in babies it can be present from birth.
When to see a doctor? If the pain is intense, does not improve within a few days, recurs frequently, or is accompanied by other symptoms, it is advisable to have it checked.
Which specialist treats it? The orthopedist is the professional of reference, and in children the pediatric orthopedist; the general practitioner can guide the first approach. Having it assessed by a professional helps to recover mobility and rule out other causes.
Data on 30 doctors who treat torticollis
Specialties that treat torticollis
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in torticollis
Dr. Raul Aragon Lopez
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Omar Cortez
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Juan Carlos Valle Landa
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Santiago Valentin Guerrero
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Mauricio Ordoñez Hinojos
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Mario Alberto Ciénega Ramos
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Dr. Jesus Francisco Meza Santini
Dr. Fernando Javier Martinez Montes
Dr. Jose Daniel Vargas Paredes
Dr. Fernando Guevara Ayon
Dr. Eduardo Tapia Betancourt
Dr. Marco Antonio Aviña González
Frequently asked questions
What is torticollis?
Torticollis is a contracture or tension of the neck muscles that tilts and turns the head to one side, making it difficult to move it normally and causing discomfort or pain.
Which doctor treats torticollis?
Torticollis is usually treated by specialists in general practitioner, orthopedist, pediatric orthopedist.