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Opisthotonos   

Overview | Recovery

Definition:

Opisthotonos is an abnormal posturing condition characterized by rigidity and severe arching of the back, with the head thrown backwards. This is such that if a person were laid on his or her back, only the back of the head and the heels would touch the supporting surface.

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