torticollis

torticollis Definition

tor·ti·col·lis (tôr′ti käl′is)

noun

Med. a condition of persistent involuntary contraction of the neck muscles, causing the head to be twisted to an abnormal position

Etymology: ModL < L tortus, twisted + collum, the neck: see tort & collar

torticollis Usage Examples

Converse of object

call: It can also be caused by a condition called torticollis.
have: Your doctor may also recommend stretching exercises if your child has torticollis.

Adjective modifier

spasmodic: Around 40 per cent of patients with spasmodic torticollis are helped.
myoclonic: The movements may be sustained or jerky ( myoclonic torticollis ).

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