What cervical motion is the most appropriate when stretching an infant with right torticollis?

When addressing right torticollis in an infant, the most appropriate cervical motion for stretching involves extension, left side bending, and right rotation. This approach aims to counteract the tightening of the sternocleidomastoid muscle, which typically causes the head to tilt towards the affected side (in this case, the right side) and rotate away from it.

By extending the neck, left side bending helps to encourage a greater range of motion towards the left—the opposite side of the tight muscle—and right rotation further aids in realigning the head position. This combination effectively lengthens the tightened muscles on the right side while facilitating movement and stretching towards the left, which is essential in managing torticollis.

This method integrates the necessary movements to promote flexibility and repositioning in infants with this condition, resulting in improved symmetry and neck mobility.