Side Lying Stretch

I started doing this torticollis exercise once my daughter became too mobile and wiggly for the side lying stretch using the Boppy pillow . This version of the neck stretch seems to work much better for her now.  Below is my video demo of this torticollis stretch. I have also included step-by-step written directions for this exercise.  Please note this stretch is designed for the right sided torticollis.

Video Tutorial:




Step-by-Step Instructions:

1.  Lay baby down on her right side on the floor.

2.  Place your hand baby's right side of head and gently pull upwards to provide a gentle stretch.

As long as she's occupied by handheld toys, she's alright doing this torticollis stretch.

3.  Use your left hand to stabilize her lower body.

4.  While in this position, encourage baby to play with toys using both hands.

Notes: Babies with left torticollis would do this stretch laying on their left side. In addition, do NOT do this stretch if baby actively resists because you could unintentionally be strengthening the side of the neck that doesn't need to be strengthened.

Disclaimer: I am not a physical therapist or medical professional.  If you wish to do any of these physical therapy exercises on your own child, you should first seek approval from your child's physical therapist.  Click here for full disclaimer.