👉 Contortion is an anatomical term referring to a deformity or abnormal position of a body part due to the lack of adequate support. It often involves an exaggerated curvature or elongation of a limb, spine, head, neck, arm, leg, shoulder, knee, hip, or other body part. Contortions can be caused by various factors such as trauma, birth defects, neurological disorders, or genetic conditions. They are commonly seen in children and adults with certain medical conditions, including spinal