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Torticollis

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Involuntary contractions of the neck musculature resulting in an abnormal posture of or abnormal movements of the head. [ ]

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Torticollis

Synonyms
  • Cervical dystonia
  • Loxia
  • Spasmodic torticollis
  • Wry neck
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layperson term
Wry neck [ ORCID : 0000-0001-5889-4463 ]

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The word torticollis comes from Latin words meaning twisted neck. Spasmodic torticollis is a focal dystonia that affects the neck and sometimes the shoulders, leading to involuntary contractions of the neck muscles, abnormal movements and postures of the head and neck. The abnormal movements can have both tonic and clonic components and can results in pain and discomfort. Spasmodic torticollis is the most common focal dystonia.

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HP:0000473