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How is a cranial torsion named?

  1. By the side of the patient

  2. By the side of convexity rotated towards the head

  3. By the side of convexity rotated towards the feet

  4. By the location of paired bones

The correct answer is: By the side of convexity rotated towards the feet

A cranial torsion is named based on the side of convexity that is rotated towards the feet. This means that when assessing cranial torsion, the healthcare provider will identify which side of the skull is more convex or bulging, which indicates the direction of the torsion. In this case, if the right side of the skull is more convex and the left side is flatter, the cranial torsion is named for the side with the convexity facing downward, toward the feet. This naming convention is important for practitioners to accurately communicate cranial dysfunction and for guiding appropriate treatment interventions. Identifying cranial torsion based on this criterion helps differentiate it from other cranial irregularities, such as lateralization or rotation, which may have different implications for diagnosis and treatment. Understanding that the naming of cranial torsion reflects the specific orientation and positioning of the skull assists in both clinical assessments and follow-up evaluations.

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