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This type of muscular dystrophy has increased in infants since they are now placed on their backs to prevent SIDS.The sternocleidomastoid muscle shortens due to the position.

A) torticollis
B) Duchenne's
C) Erb's
D) juvenile

Torticollis

A condition also known as "wry neck," characterized by a twisted or tilted neck due to shortened or spasmodic neck muscles.

SIDS

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, an unexplained death, usually during sleep, of a seemingly healthy baby less than a year old.

Duchenne's

A genetic disorder characterized by progressive muscle degeneration and weakness due to the alterations of a protein called dystrophin that helps keep muscle cells intact.

  • Understand the preventative strategies and consequences of muscle inactivity or improper positioning.
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Emily SnellJul 19, 2024
Final Answer :
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Explanation :
Torticollis, also known as "wry neck," is a condition where the sternocleidomastoid muscle is shortened, leading to a tilted and turned head. This condition has seen an increase in infants due to the recommendation of placing infants on their backs to sleep to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), which can result in less movement and flexibility in the neck muscles if the baby's head position is not varied.