Abstract
Congenital muscular torticollis (CMT) is a common postural deformity evident shortly after birth characterized by ipsilateral cervical lateral flexion and contralateral cervical rotation due to unilateral shortening of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. Untreated, the sequelae include facial asymmetry, tight bands, ophthalmic abnormalities, and altered neck posture. To report a neglected CMT in 17-year-old female treated surgically by bipolar muscle release technic. The surgery was made via a double incision above the clavicular and mastoid with the liberation of the fibrous bands followed by intensive physiotherapy program. The patient was very satisfied after management. Neglected CMT adult’s patients can benefit from surgical treatment. Bipolar release is an adequate and complication-free method with postoperative physiotherapy program.
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