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Spasmodic Torticollis - Torticollis
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Diagnosis & Tests
How is the condition diagnosed?
A physical exam will show a shortening of the neck muscles and the head tilting toward the affected side. X-rays of the neck may show an associated disorder such as tuberculosis, scar tissue, or arthritis.