Core Foam Universal Cervical Collar Features
- Feels more stable and is a postural reminder due to proprioception (Sensory feedback)
- Length: 24″ (61cm)
- Fits 15-1/2″ (39cm) to 23-1/2″ (60cm) neck
- One length fits most adult necks
- To measure for height, keep head in neutral position and measure from tip of mandible to sternal notch
- Color: Black
- Note: Not used for mechanical support
What to buy with Neck Brace
- Core Headache Ice Pillow Case
- Fabrication Point Relief ColdSpot Lotion Gel
- Core Small Foam Positioning D-Roll
How to care for Core Foam Cervical Collar?
- Close all hook-and-loop fasteners to prevent damage to other fabrics
- Remove the extra stockinette and wash separately
- Hand Wash Cold, Mild Soap
- No Chlorine Additive, Hang Dry
- Avoid direct heat
Fitting Landmarks:
- Occiput
- Chin
- Top of shoulders closest to the neck
- Collar bones
- Sternal Notch (Notch between collar bones where ribcage starts).
How to measurement Core Cervical Collar?
- Snug Fit Measurement: Devices are sized at a compressed fit
- Measuring loose vs. skin tight can result in incorrect measurement
- Measurement taken as a neck circumference
- Tip of chin to Sternal Notch (Notch between collar bones where ribcage starts) for appropriate height
- Measure in a neutral posture (head level & straight)
- Can be dictated by support used
Fitting Instructions of Core Products Universal Neck Collar
- Choose best device for injury
- On Some cervical supports, the idea is to keep tension on bony part of shoulder structure
- Fit from the front under the chin
- Center the cutout of the collar at the chin area
- Apply the device gently around to the back of the neck
- If you can tuck chin down into the collar, then the device has not been applied with correct tightness in the fitting
- Re-apply tension to appropriate tightness
- Be careful not to jut chin out into forward position to help you fit the collar
- Looking for symmetry (equal alignment) of the collar
- Avoid pressure points and avoid collar rubbing and irritating ear lobes
Post Fitting Instructions of Core Foam Universal Neck Collar
- Check fitting through function
- Make sure Collar has been fitted with appropriate strap tightness
- Collar should not create pressure points or irritate lobes of the ear
- Fit from the front under the chin
- Center the cutout of the collar at the chin area
- Apply the device gently around to the back of the neck
- Finish with appropriate tightness to the application of the collar
- If the chin can be tucked down into the collar, then the device has not been applied with correct tightness in the fitting
- Re-apply tension to appropriate tightness
- Do not jut chin out into forward position to help you fit the collar.Depending on your condition, the application of the device may need to be done by a secondary care-taker or significant other
