Conservative Management of Congenital Muscular Torticollis: An Evidence-Based Algorithm and Preliminary Treatment Parameter Recommendations

被引:14
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作者
Christensen, Catie [1 ]
Landsettle, Angela [1 ]
Antoszewski, Sandra [1 ]
Ballard, B. Blaire [1 ]
Carey, Helen [1 ]
Lowes, Linda Pax [1 ]
机构
[1] Nationwide Childrens Hosp, Div Clin Therapies, Columbus, OH USA
关键词
Congenital muscular torticollis; evidence-based practice; infant development; knowledge translation; musculoskeletal health; torticollis/stretching; torticollis/therapy; HAMSTRING MUSCLES; FOLLOW-UP; NONOPERATIVE TREATMENT; TREATMENT DURATION; PHYSICAL-THERAPY; STATIC STRETCH; NECK PAIN; INFANTS; FLEXIBILITY; CLASSIFICATION;
D O I
10.3109/01942638.2013.764959
中图分类号
R72 [儿科学];
学科分类号
100202 ;
摘要
Purpose: To present an algorithm with accompanying treatment parameters for the management of congenital muscular torticollis (CMT) based on the best available literature. Methods: A systematic search of PubMed, MEDLINE, CINHAL, and Cochrane databases was conducted to identify evidence to guide the conservative management of CMT. Results: An evidence-based algorithm was created based on three prognostic factors that influence treatment duration and outcome, including a sternocleidomastoid fibrotic mass, passive range of motion rotation deficit, and age at initiation of treatment. Preliminary treatment parameter recommendations for clinic and home programming accompany the algorithm. Conclusion: Use of the proposed evidence-based algorithm with accompanying preliminary treatment parameter recommendations may improve consistency of care and outcomes for infants with CMT. While a higher level of evidence supports the three prognostic factors utilized in the algorithm, research gaps continue to exist with regards to treatment parameters.
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页码:453 / 466
页数:14
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