If the diagnosis is confirmed torticollis, in most cases, prescribe conservative treatment, only a few surgery is indicated. Tactics is selective, depending on the degree of deformation of the sternocleidomastoid muscle and the child's age. It takes into account the state of the surrounding tissues, etc.
The most important thing for parents not to panic and learn to control their emotions. Remember, at this stage the baby need not pity, and your immediate help! The correct position, massage and gym, plus your systematic approach is required to give a positive dynamics!
The correct position of the part is a treatment that is completely "go to bed" on the shoulders of parents. Remember, the manifestations of pity in this procedure is unacceptable, of course, if you are set for a positive result.
Baby's head should be fixed in the correct position for this purpose can use a cotton-gauze bandage, "donut" or fabric bags filled with grains or salt. So we normalize muscle tone (this technique can not be used if the child vomits frequently and abundantly).
The baby should be laid on a hard mattress, pillow use only if the baby is sleeping on the affected side. Practicing turning crumbs head towards destruction, this approach to the child with a sore hand, the baby will automatically try to follow you, thereby stretching the muscle damage.
Do not forget about the right position and when wearing the crumbs on his hands. Lean cheek to cheek or cheek to the neck, above the baby's head to limit the rotation in a healthy way.
