Torticollis may be associated with which condition?

• A. Brachial plexus palsy
• B. Developmental dysplasia of the hip
• C. Talipes equinovarus
• D. Metatarsus adductus

Answer: (B)

Congenital muscular torticollis in newborns often comes with other musculoskeletal issues that share prenatal factors. The most common association is developmental dysplasia of the hip, because the same in-utero positioning or birth factors that contribute to neck muscle tightness can also affect hip development. So, when torticollis is present, you screen for DDH with a thorough hip exam and appropriate imaging if indicated.

Brachial plexus palsy is a birth-related nerve injury affecting the arm and is not as consistently linked to torticollis as DDH. Foot deformities like talipes equinovarus or metatarsus adductus can occur independently and are not the classic associations in this context.