Dr. Ashish Gupta is amongst the senior most plastic surgeons of the region. He has been trained by the Stalwarts of Surgery in KMC, Mangalore (Manipal University) and of Plastic Surgery in DMCH, Ludhiana.
Torticollis
Torticollis, or “wry neck,” is a condition where a child’s head tilts to one side while the chin points to the other. It usually happens due to tightness in a neck muscle (sternocleidomastoid), often from cramped space in the womb or a difficult delivery. In some cases, it may be due to spinal or nerve issues.
It’s not painful, but if left untreated, it can affect a child’s head shape, facial growth, posture, and even vision or balance. Over time, the tight muscle becomes stiffer, and the deformity more permanent.
Early treatment with physiotherapy works best when started before 6 months of age. If there’s no improvement, surgery between 1–4 years can release the tight muscle and restore movement.
If not operated in childhood, the condition may become difficult to correct after age 6–7, leading to lifelong neck stiffness, facial asymmetry, and postural issues.
Plastic surgeons can diagnose and treat torticollis effectively when addressed early.
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