dictionary help| dystonic torticollis --> spasmodic torticollis | medical dictionary |
A disorder of unknown cause, manifested as a restricted dystonia, localised to some of the neck muscles, especially the sternomastoid and trapezius; occurs in adults and tends to progress slowly; the head movements increase with standing and walking and decrease with contractual stimuli, e.g., touching the chin or neck.
Synonyms: dystonic torticollis, rotatory spasm, rotatory tic.
(05 Mar 2000)
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