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14th October 2024
02:13pm BST
Torticollis is one of the most common conditions may face in their early life, but what exactly is it?
It's something many parents will hear about but becoming familiar with the symptoms will help ease any worries if you do have that conversation with your doctor.
According to the HSE, babies with torticollis will tilt their heads down to one side. They may also avoid turning their head in one direction.
Some infants will be born with the condition, but others may develop it within the first few months of their life.
The HSE has stressed that the condition is common but it is also easily treated.
Babies with the condition can get better through stretching exercises and position changes.
However, it may take weeks or months for the condition to be fully treated.
According to the HSE, babies with torticollis will:
Parents who believe their child has torticollis should contact their GP immediately.
Many infants with the condition did not have enough space for their heads in the womb.
They may also have the condition due to the position they were in in the womb, or if forceps were used during birth.
Some infants may have torticollis because they prefer turning their heads in one direction after they were born.
Parents of babies with the condition should encourage them to move their heads in both directions.
Babies will be treated until their torticollis has gone.
