Torticollis Treatment in Riverdale, NJ
At Advanced Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy, we specialize in gentle, effective pediatric torticollis treatment to help infants and toddlers improve neck mobility, head positioning, and overall motor development. Our pediatric physical therapists use evidence-based techniques to safely correct muscular tightness, support symmetrical development, and give your child the best start possible.
Whether your child has congenital muscular torticollis, a head tilt noticed after birth, or positional preferences from extended tummy time or feeding positions, our team is here to support their progress — with a warm, child-centered approach that feels safe and encouraging.
What Is Pediatric Torticollis?
Torticollis occurs when a child prefers turning their head one direction or has difficulty looking equally to both sides. It often happens when one side of the neck muscle — usually the sternocleidomastoid (SCM) — becomes tight or shortened.
Common signs of torticollis:
Head & Neck Position
• Head consistently tilts to one side
• Baby prefers looking in only one direction
• Trouble holding head midline
Movement & Motor Signs
• Difficulty with tummy time
• Delayed rolling or early milestones
• Tightness or discomfort when turning
the neck
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