What secondary skull characteristic often results from persistent head tilt in infants with CMT?
Answer
Plagiocephaly.
Because the skulls of infants are inherently soft and malleable during early development, sustained asymmetrical positioning, such as the consistent head tilt caused by Congenital Muscular Torticollis (CMT), can exert prolonged, uneven pressure on the cranium. This sustained pressure leads to secondary physical modifications in the shape of the skull. The specific term used to describe the flattening observed on one side of the back or front of the head resulting from this consistent positional preference is plagiocephaly. This outcome underscores the importance of monitoring infant positioning, as soft tissue restriction in the neck can lead to significant, measurable changes in skeletal symmetry.
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