Question
Can a child with a crooked neck have surgery? How much does the surgery cost?
Answer
Congenital muscular torticollis is primarily caused by birth trauma or intrauterine positioning issues, leading to inflammation of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. If a child’s torticollis is not corrected in a timely manner, it may result in cervical or even upper thoracic vertebral lateral curvature deformities. It is recommended to go to the hospital for a check-up and consult with a doctor; costs vary by region.