Loxia; Cuello torcido
Se pueden realizar diversos exámenes y procedimientos para descartar las posibles causas del dolor de cuello y de cabeza. El examen fÃsico revelará un acortamiento visible de los músculos del cuello y la cabeza inclinada hacia el lado afectado, mientras que la barbilla apunta hacia el lado contrario.
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