Pediatric Physical Therapy for Torticollis
in Lake Zurich, IL
Pediatric Physical Therapy for Torticollis
in Lake Zurich, IL
Have you noticed your infant regularly leaning their head to the same side while eating? Or does your toddler always turn their gaze in one direction during play? This could be a sign of torticollis, which causes tight neck muscles and makes it uncomfortable for your child to turn their head freely.
At Infinity & Beyond Pediatric Therapy, our physical therapists use gentle, play-based treatments to stretch, strengthen, and balance your child’s neck muscles so they can comfortably look in both directions and move more freely as they grow.
What Is Torticollis?
Torticollis is a common condition where your child’s neck muscle is tighter or shorter on one side, causing them to tilt their head or prefer looking in one direction. While it is often present at birth due to how a baby is positioned in the womb, it can also develop later if your child spends a lot of time resting their head in the same position, such as in a car seat or swing.
Common signs of torticollis include:
- Looking in one direction or tilting the head toward the same shoulder
- Struggling to nurse or take a bottle on one side
- Developing a flat spot on the head from resting on the same side
- Resisting or becoming frustrated when encouraged to look or feed in the less-preferred direction
How Physical Therapy Helps with Torticollis
At Infinity & Beyond Pediatric Therapy, we help babies and young children with torticollis move more comfortably by addressing how their neck, head, and body work together. Using gentle, evidence-based approaches such as Total Motion Release, we look beyond basic neck stretching to help restore balance and alignment in your child’s body, improve their range of motion, and reduce discomfort.
Therapy sessions also include guided movement and age-appropriate activities that help your child practice turning their head, reaching, and moving more comfortably as they grow. These activities support head control and make everyday moments like feeding, floor play, and holding objects feel easier and more natural.
We also show parents simple positioning and play ideas to use at home, so progress continues between sessions. With consistent support, therapy helps your child build comfort and confidence as they continue developing new skills.
Why Choose Infinity & Beyond Pediatric Therapy
Since 2019, Infinity & Beyond Pediatric Therapy has provided pediatric physical therapy services to children from birth through age 18 in the Lake Zurich, IL, area. Through thoughtful, individualized therapy, we help children feel more confident in their movement so they can fully enjoy everyday activity. Our therapists combine evidence-based techniques with play-based therapy to make sessions engaging while helping children build strength, balance, and coordination for daily life.
Reach Out Today
If you are concerned your child may have torticollis, call Infinity & Beyond at 847-320-0200 to schedule an evaluation, or fill out our online contact form. We look forward to helping your child move more comfortably as they grow in strength and confidence.