Pediatric Occupational Therapy for Torticollis in Chicago, IL
Does your baby consistently tilt their head to one side during feeding, or does your child prefer looking in the same direction during play? These may be signs that your child has torticollis, a condition that makes turning their head in both directions uncomfortable.
At SensAble Kids, our pediatric occupational therapists help your child develop better mobility and use both sides of their neck more evenly so they feel more comfortable during feeding, play, and rest.
What Is Torticollis?
Torticollis is a condition where the neck muscle is tighter or shorter on one side, causing your child’s head to tilt or turn more easily in one direction. It is often present at birth due to positioning in the womb, but it can also develop over time if your child spends extended periods in the same position, such as in a car seat, swing, or carrier.
Torticollis is typically noticed within the first few months of life, though it can continue into early childhood if it is not addressed.
Signs of Torticollis in Children
Your child may be experiencing torticollis if they:
- Prefer to look or feed on one side
- Tilt their head toward the same shoulder
- Have difficulty turning the head in both directions
- Develop a flat spot on one side of the head
- Become frustrated or uncomfortable when encouraged to turn the head the other way
How Pediatric Occupational Therapy Helps with Torticollis
At SensAble Kids, our pediatric occupational therapists focus on improving how your child’s head, neck, and body work together. By addressing muscle tightness and movement patterns, therapy helps your child develop better mobility and use both sides of their neck more evenly so they feel more comfortable during feeding, play, and rest.
Therapy may include:
- Using gentle stretching and strengthening activities to support neck mobility and reduce tightness
- Guiding your child through play-based activities that encourage turning the head in both directions
- Helping your child use both sides of their body more evenly during tummy time and play
- Teaching parents simple positioning techniques to support head turning during feeding, play, and rest
Over time, your child will become more comfortable turning their head in both directions and develop more balanced movement during everyday activities.
Why Choose SensAble Kids?
For more than a decade, SensAble Kids has provided high-quality therapy to children with torticollis across the Chicago area. Our goal is to support your child through personalized, play-based occupational therapy grounded in empathy and evidence-based practice. We take a holistic approach that supports your child’s comfort, balance, and coordination while encouraging more natural movement. We work closely with parents and caregivers, providing simple strategies you can use at home to support your child’s progress between sessions and carry that progress into everyday routines.
Reach Out Today to Get Started
If you are concerned your child may have torticollis, call SensAble Kids at (773) 697-7333, email office@sensablekids.com, or use our online form to schedule an evaluation. We look forward to helping your child build strength, balance, and move more comfortably.