Dropped Head Syndrome
What is Dropped Head Syndrome?
Dropped Head Syndrome is characterised by severe weakness of the muscles of the back of the neck. This causes the chin to rest on the chest in standing or sitting. Floppy Head Syndrome and Head Ptosis are other names used to describe the syndrome.
Symptoms of Dropped head Syndrome
- Head tilted downwards
- Difficulty of swallowing, speaking and breathing
Causes of Dropped head Syndrome
- Age
- Diseases causes weakness in the neck area
Treatment for Dropped head Syndrome
- Physio-Therapy
- Neck Brace
- Anti-Inflammation Medication or Injection
- Surgical Treatment
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