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Neck Braces, C-Collars and Neck Supports

Neck supports reduce swelling and pain while they promote proper healing and recovery for people with neck injuries or for those who have experienced an accident that resulted in neck sprains. Neck braces are medical devices that help support the neck (and sometimes the head) to promote healing and reduce or eliminate range of motion. Neck brace functions range from light reduction of movement to significant head immobilization. This is done with rigid materials, such as hard foam or hard plastic, that prevent movement. Neck braces help stabilize the neck muscles and maintain neck alignment to reduce pain, avoid sudden movements that may exacerbate a neck injury and aid with healing the affected areas.

Cervical Collars

Cervical collars are similar to neck braces. However, cervical collars provide additional immobilization of the neck and cervical area, which consists of seven bones (C1 through C7 vertebrae). These neck immobilization devices are rigid or soft, depending on the intended purpose and the physician's recommendations. Both neck braces and cervical collars work similarly to Carpal Tunnel Wrist Braces: they allow healing while providing support and splinting to prevent harmful motions.

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Vitality Medical: A One-Stop for Neck Braces and Support

Vitality Medical is a one-stop for neck braces, C-collars and cervical collar support for patients of all ages. Find discounted prices on the top orthopedic recovery brands, including Aspen Medical, DJ Orthopedics, FLA Orthopedics, McKesson and others.

Since 2000, Vitality Medical has provided medical supplies and support to millions of customers with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Product specialists are on standby to answer any questions customers may have about products, brands or special features. Reach out by phone or live chat during business hours seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Email is available anytime. For more information about neck and cervical braces as well as their features and benefits, continue on to the information at the bottom of the page.

Neck & Cervical Braces: An Overview

Neck braces are medical devices used after injuries to temporarily restrain head movements, after spinal surgery to keep the vertebra aligned and for certain medical conditions that affect the neck. A doctor will recommend how long neck supports should be used.

Protective collars and braces are sometimes used to help prevent or lessen injuries for certain high-risk sports, such as motocross, go-kart racing or speed-boat racing. Neck posture braces are also available.1

 

What is neck support for?

A neck support brace can help with the following injuries or conditions:

  • To relieve the symptoms of whiplash
  • To relieve cervical radiculopathy (or a pinched nerve)
  • To promote recovery after surgery
  • To treat neck or head injuries
  • To relieve neck pain

 

How Do Neck Braces and Neck Support Braces Work?

Neck braces and supports work by:

  • Using thick foam or rigid plastic to restrict movement
  • Holding bones in place to aid healing in skeletal damage
  • Restricting movement and avoiding over-extension for muscle damage

 

Features and Benefits

There are many neck brace and cervical collar features and benefits. These include:

  • Soft yet firm foam cushioning
  • Injury prevention after surgery
  • Rotation prevention
  • Side-to-side movement prevention
  • Forward and backward movement prevention
  • Neck pain relief
  • Spine stabilization after an aggravated head or neck injury

 

What are the Types of Neck Braces and Cervical Supports?

There are two main categories of cervical collar types:

  1. Soft: Soft cervical collars may be foam-based or inflatable.
  2. Hard: There are several subcategories within hard neck supports, including the Philidelphia collar, the Miami J, the Malibu and the Aspen.

There are also cervical braces that are designed to immobilize the head. These include the Sterno-occipital-mandibular Immobilization Device (SOMI) and the Halo device.

Aspen Collar
Aspen Collar
(Hard Collar)
Philadelphia Collar
(Hard Collar)

 

Who Should Use a Neck Brace?

  • People who have had spinal surgery
  • Those who experience moderate to severe neck pain
  • Anyone who needs extra support throughout the day

 

When Should Patients Wear a Neck Brace?

Neck braces and neck supports should be worn as directed by a physician. These collars may be worn around the clock (except for when they are being cleaned). Wear them at night, during bathing or showering (bathing is usually easier with a neck brace on) and throughout the day.

 

What are Neck Braces for Sleeping?

There are two different types of neck braces for sleeping: soft collars and hard collars. There are also considerations needed when using a neck brace during sleep:

  • Soft neck collars can be used to support the neck while sleeping and can help alleviate muscles that tend to be sore upon waking
  • Hard collars should be worn at night according to a doctor's orders

Firm mattresses help keep the neck in position while using a neck brace

 

Soft cervical collars side effects

Unless directed to do so otherwise by a physician, a soft collar should not be worn for more than one week. Doing so can cause the neck muscles to stiffen and become weak. Stiff, weakened muscles can lead to more pain. Other cervical collar side effects may include breathing difficulties or skin irritations due to chaffing. /p>

Vitality Medical carries a variety of cervical collars for sale to treat neck pain.

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