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Congenital Muscular Torticollis Treatment in Turkey

Learn about Congenital Muscular Torticollis Treatment in Turkey — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Congenital Muscular Torticollis and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.
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USD 4,026 – USD 16,105

About Congenital Muscular Torticollis

Congenital Muscular Torticollis (CMT), commonly known as 'wry neck,' is a condition present at birth where a tight or shortened sternocleidomastoid muscle in the neck causes the infant's head to tilt to one side and rotate to the opposite side. In Pediatric Orthopedics, the primary treatment is a structured, non-surgical program of physical therapy involving gentle stretching exercises, positioning techniques, and tummy time to lengthen the muscle and improve range of motion. This is highly effective when initiated early, typically within the first few months of life. For the small percentage of cases that do not respond to conservative management, a minor surgical procedure called a unipolar or bipolar release may be performed to lengthen the tight muscle, allowing for normal head alignment and preventing long-term complications like facial asymmetry or plagiocephaly.

Key Highlights

    Early intervention with physical therapy has a very high success rate, often resolving the condition without surgery.Corrects head tilt and rotation, promoting symmetrical development of the face and skull.Prevents long-term complications such as permanent postural deformity, facial asymmetry, and developmental delays.Surgical option (muscle release) is minimally invasive with a small incision and typically offers excellent cosmetic and functional outcomes.Restores full, pain-free range of motion in the neck, allowing for normal visual tracking and motor development.

Who is this surgery for?

  • Persistent head tilt and limited neck rotation in an infant that does not improve with conservative positioning by 3-6 months of age.
  • Presence of a palpable, firm mass or 'pseudotumor' in the sternocleidomastoid muscle (SCM).
  • Development of secondary facial asymmetry (plagiocephaly) or flattening of the skull due to constant head positioning.
  • Failure of a structured, consistent physical therapy program to achieve adequate range of motion after 6-12 months.
  • Significant functional limitation affecting the child's ability to look straight ahead or track objects symmetrically.

How to prepare

  • Thorough clinical examination by a pediatric orthopedist to confirm the diagnosis and assess muscle tightness.
  • Parents are trained in specific, gentle passive stretching exercises to perform multiple times daily.
  • Instruction on proper positioning during feeding, sleeping, and play to encourage the infant to turn towards the affected side.
  • For surgical candidates, pre-operative assessments including a complete medical history and possibly imaging to rule out other causes.
  • Discussion of anesthesia (general) for the child and fasting instructions for the day of surgery, if required.

Risks & possible complications

  • General anesthesia risks, though minimal in healthy infants.
  • Bleeding, infection, or hematoma at the surgical site.
  • Injury to nearby structures like the spinal accessory nerve, which could affect shoulder function.
  • Scarring at the incision site, though it is typically small and well-concealed.
  • Recurrence of tightness or incomplete correction requiring further therapy or revision surgery.
  • Asymmetrical appearance if the muscle is over-lengthened.

Recovery & hospital stay

  • Immediate post-surgery: Neck may be placed in a soft collar or brace for comfort and support for a short period.
  • Pain is managed with age-appropriate medication and is usually minimal.
  • Physical therapy resumes within 1-2 weeks post-surgery to maintain the new range of motion and strengthen muscles.
  • Parents continue with prescribed stretching exercises and positioning strategies at home.
  • Regular follow-up visits with the pediatric orthopedist to monitor healing, range of motion, and symmetry.
  • Full functional recovery and integration of new movement patterns take several weeks to months.
  • checked Typical hospital stay: 1 day (outpatient or 24-hour observation for surgery)
  • checked Expected recovery time: 4-6 weeks for full functional recovery after surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering congenital muscular torticollis in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.

Procedure cost in other countries

Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for congenital muscular torticollis compare across other countries where we have data.

Country Estimated cost range Typical stay Recovery time View details
India USD 544 – USD 2,175 1 day (outpatient or 24-hour observation for surgery) ~ 4-6 weeks for full functional recovery after surgery Know More
Turkey USD 4,026 – USD 16,105 1 day (outpatient or 24-hour observation for surgery) ~ 4-6 weeks for full functional recovery after surgery Know More
PATIENT REVIEW

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Our 8-year-old daughter fractured her elbow in a playground fall, and Dr. Prashanth Inna was absolutely phenomenal. He explained the complex procedure in simple terms, calmed our nerves, and the minimally invasive surgery went perfectly. His follow-up care was thorough, and she's now back to gymnastics without any issues!