The spasm can subside immediately or persist for several seconds and can occur several times a day. It can be painful and embarrassing. Botulinum toxin is an alternative therapy to oral medication and surgery. Back to Top Spasmodic torticollis - Spasmodic torticollis, also known simply as torticollis, is an asymmetric muscular spasm in the neck that results in forceful turning of the head to one side. Additionally, the head may be pulled forward or backward.
Torticollis can accompany other movement disorders and can be very painful.
It s usually treated with various medications, although botox therapy has proven effective for certain cases. Because there are so many different muscles involved, the therapy requires multiple injections. Preliminary reports on a variety of other conditions suggest that botulinum toxin therapy may be an effective treatment. Botulinum toxin has also been used successfully for specific types of urinary incontinence. Find a neurologist near you.