Physio therapeutic management of congenital muscular torticollis in Infants

Abstract

The focus of this research is on children who were born with congenital muscular torticollis (also known as CMT). A unilateral shortening of the sternocleidomastoid muscle is the cause of cervical mastication of the sternum (CMT), a frequent musculoskeletal disorder that results in an unequal posture of the neck. A comprehensive literature analysis was carried out in order to evaluate the effectiveness of the physiotherapy techniques that are currently being used for the treatment of CMT. It is emphasised in the research that a variety of physiotherapeutic therapies, including as microcurrent therapy, kinesio taping, soft tissue mobilisation, manual therapy, and coordinated parental education, are effective in treating the condition being studied. Our evaluation of these therapies focused on how well they improved functional outcomes in general, as well as how well they promoted cervical mobility, lowered muscle tension, straightened the head and neck, and realigned the head and neck. The findings emphasise the need of properly diagnosing musculoskeletal issues at an early stage and initiating physiotherapy as soon as possible in order to enhance the healing process and prevent long-term repercussions. The study also identifies gaps in the previously conducted research and makes recommendations for further research to cover those gaps in order to contribute to the improvement of the physiotherapeutic treatment of CMT in neonates based on evidence.