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In Parent’s Guide to Congenital Muscular Torticollis, Dr. Phillips-Williams provides readers with practical strategies they can follow to help their infants overcome CMT and live normal, healthy lives. The book is the latest in a series of parent guides published by Community Health and Education Services.
More details can be found at http://infanttorticollis.info
“CMT is a condition in which a baby is born with tightness or contracture in the sternocleidomastoid muscle in their neck,” explains Dr. Phillips-Williams. “Infants with CMT struggle with head and neck movements and typically prefer to look in one direction.”
From this introduction, Dr. Phillips-Williams breaks down the different classifications of CMT and how to recognize the signs and symptoms associated with each. For example, she does a deep dive into ocular torticollis and benign paroxysmal torticollis, suggesting some specific actions parents should take if they suspect their infants have these forms of CMT.
The first thing that Dr. Phillips-Williams recommends parents who suspect their infants have CMT do is get them properly diagnosed. Once diagnosed, they can then start considering possible corrective measures, such as advanced medical interventions, orthotics, comprehensive repositioning programs, and surgical options.
They can also begin at-home torticollis exercises, of which there are several included in the book. These holistic exercises offer parents hands-on solutions that they can use to promote their infant’s physical development. Dr. Phillips-Williams is quick to note that these exercises should be done in conjunction or as a supplement to any therapy or treatment that the infant undergoes.
“In essence, this book is a roadmap, providing clarity and direction for parents navigating the intricate landscape of CMT,” says Dr. Phillips-Williams. “Whether it's understanding the condition, exploring treatment options, or implementing practical strategies, Parent’s Guide to Congenital Muscular Torticollis is a valuable resource for parents seeking to empower their child's developmental journey.”
Parents who are interested in getting a digital copy of Parent’s Guide to Congenital Muscular Torticollis can do so by visiting the Community Health and Education Services website.
Interested parties can find more information at http://infanttorticollis.info
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