The gluteus maximus muscle is located in the buttocks and is regarded as one of the strongest muscles in the human body. It is connected to the coccyx, or tailbone, as well as other surrounding bones. The gluteus maximus muscle is responsible for movement of the hip and thigh.
Surgery to correct the neck muscle may be done in the preschool years, if other treatment methods fail. Torticollis that is caused by damage to the nervous system, spine, or muscles is treated by finding the cause of the disorder and treating it. Depending on the cause, treatment may include: Applying heat, traction to the neck, and massage to help relieve head and neck pain.
Key points. 1  Torticollis is when the muscle on one side of the neck is shorter than on the other side. 2  It causes the head to tilt to one side. 3  The baby tends to look away from the tight muscle. 4  If your baby only looks in one direction, try to encourage her to look to the less preferred side.