Thanks a lot for taking out time to answer my question. Found out by looking at her baby pictures that she had a slight muscle contracture since birth. We've had all the investigations done. MRi, EMG/NCS, blood tests, eye examination to check for kf ring. All were clear. The doctor put her on a mild muscle relaxant for 10 days and the contracted muscle relaxed and responded well to physical therapy. Doctors conclusion: mild case of torticollis, injection of botox advised.
Do you think he has made the right diagnosis and suggested appropriate treatment??
Thank you once again. Your response and valuable input would be much appreciated.
Hi there!
Well, without a detailed clinical evaluation it would be difficult to comment specifically on the situation. This could be both a case of torticollis and scoliosis, while nerve injuries and skeletal structural defects may need to be considered as well. Management of scoliosis would depend on the severity of the condition. While conservative management with braces is usually suggested for mild cases, surgical options may be considered for severe or progressive cases. I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician or a neurologist for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.
Hope this is helpful.
Take care!