Related Search Terms:

Neck spasm. sternocleidomastoid spasm. sternocleidomastoid hypertonicity. Transient spasmodic torticollis. Wry neck.

Definition:

Acute and short-lived spasm of certain neck muscles, usually related to posture, activity or bad sleeping position. Characterised by twisting and tilting of the head, pain, muscle tightness and sometimes dizziness and/or nausea.

Exercises:

Sternocleidomastoid Stretch:
CSPM06, CSPM11, CSPM16, CSPM15
Assisted Neck Muscle Stretches:
CSPM03, CSPM09, CSPM17, CSPM06, CSPM11, CSPM16, CSPM15
Neck Strengthening Drills

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