Core Foam Universal Cervical Collar

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

• 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