Treatment Options For Torticollis

Massage And Stretching

Apart from the massage and stretching done as part of a physical therapy or chiropractic treatment regimen, patients with torticollis can incorporate other types of massage and stretches into their every day lives to improve function and reduce pain. Having a massage therapy or medical massage session with a licensed massage therapist can help with releasing scar tissue and giving patients greater mobility in the neck muscles. Ideally, torticollis patients should always use a massage therapist who has experience in helping clients with neck issues. Patients can use self-massage techniques whenever they experience neck pain. Stretching the neck muscles is particularly important in the morning after waking, and patients should also do a stretching routine to warm up before beginning exercise. Physical therapists, massage therapists, and chiropractors can advise patients on the most appropriate massage and stretching methods for their individual needs and pain levels. One of the most effective stretches for torticollis patients is to gently turn the head first toward the affected side and then toward the unaffected side.

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