Massage Therapist Practice Exam

Answer: B Torticollis or wry neck is a condition the neck. With torticollis, the neck is flexed, tilted and/or rotated to one side. Moderate or severe pain is associated with this condition, which can be caused by a variety of factors. Some of these factors can be mild (poor positioning of the head while sleeping which could cause the sternocleidomastoid to contract unnaturally). In more severe cases, it can be caused by a tumor pressing against a nerve in the neck. Most cases of torticollis can be treated with massage, stretching and hydrotherapy, but if the condition persists, the client should be advised to seek medical attention.