Cervical collar

A technology of neck collar and parts, applied in the field of orthopedic devices or prosthetic devices, which can solve problems such as pressure sores, discomfort, and large flexibility of the backing plate

Active Publication Date: 2015-12-02
OSSUR HF
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As a result, excessive pressure is often placed on the wearer's chin, which can lead to discomfort and pressure sores
[0012] Another problem with existing neck braces with frontal or anterior sternum pads is that the pads have a tendency to be positioned close to the neck of the neck brace rather than the chin portion, the pads are too flexible, and can be prone to disadvantageous Fitting the collar so tightly that the sternum pad sits on the collarbone
[0013] Yet another problem with existing collars is that the locking system in such collars with adjustable sternum pads is not strong enough to prevent unlocking of the buttons or locks

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[0035] A environment and background

[0036] Embodiments of the orthopedic device provide for stabilizing and supporting a patient's anatomy, eg, the patient's neck and head.

[0037] While embodiments of the present disclosure are suitable for supporting and stabilizing anatomical parts of many patients having different anatomical shapes and sizes, embodiments of the present disclosure may also be configured to accommodate different types, shapes and sizes of anatomical parts.

[0038] Exemplary materials and components for components of orthopedic devices, such as structural supports or housings and flexible or compliant portions, as well as exemplary uses and attachment mechanisms, are described in the following U.S. Patents, 5,180,361, issued January 1993, 5445602 authorized in August 1995, 5622529 authorized in April 1997, 5632722 authorized in May 1997, 5716335 authorized in February 1998, 6071255 authorized in June 2000, 6254560 authorized in July 2001, 2003 6663581 is...

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Abstract

A cervical collar has a chin support slidably connected to an inside surface of an anterior component adapted to secure against an anterior chin and neck of a user. A posterior component connects to the anterior component to circumferentially surround the user's neck. A height adjustment mechanism has spring locks securing the height adjustment mechanism against the anterior component. The cervical collar includes a footplate continuously extending from the height adjustment mechanism generally without a variation in thickness. The posterior component has side portions with a plurality of living hinges located proximate to elongate slots for straps connecting to the anterior component.

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technical field [0001] The present invention relates generally to the field of orthopedic or prosthetic devices, and more particularly to a neck brace having height and circumferential adjusters with a mandibular support. Background technique [0002] Cervical collars are used in the management, stabilization, immobilization, and treatment of neck trauma. Some neck braces are intended to provide support for neck sprains or other injuries that require the head and neck to be supported. Other cervical collars are intended to immobilize the neck and head almost completely, such as in a pre-EMS admission setting. [0003] Due to the emergency nature of cervical spine injuries, these collars are usually quickly applied to the wearer. A neck collar of a size suitable to accommodate the wearer must be selected in a quick manner to effectively stabilize and immobilize the wearer's neck. [0004] Existing cervical collars limit the flexion, extension and rotation of the spine to f...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(China)
IPC IPC(8): A61F5/055
CPCA61F5/055A61F5/05883A61F5/05
Inventor 希尔杜·因加·索尔斯坦斯多特尔阿米·托尔·因基姆恩达尔松
Owner OSSUR HF
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