Cervical collar
Cervical Collar
A Cervical Collar (pronounced: /ˈsɜːrvɪkəl ˈkɒlər/), also known as a neck brace, is a medical device used to support a person's neck. It is also applied by emergency personnel to those who have had traumatic head or neck injuries, and can be used to treat chronic medical conditions.
Etymology
The term "cervical" originates from the Latin word "cervix" which means neck, while "collar" is derived from the Old French "coler", which means neck.
Usage
Cervical collars are used to immobilize the neck and alleviate pain. They are commonly used in pre-hospital trauma care to safeguard against further injury, particularly for patients with a potential cervical spine injury. They are also used therapeutically to help realign the spinal cord and relieve pain, or therapeutically for certain types of surgery.
Types
There are several types of cervical collars, including the Philadelphia collar, Miami J collar, and the Aspen collar. Each type has a specific design and use case, but all serve the same general purpose of supporting the neck and limiting motion to promote healing.
Related Terms
- Cervical spine: The portion of the spine that runs through the neck.
- Philadelphia collar: A specific type of cervical collar.
- Miami J collar: Another specific type of cervical collar.
- Aspen collar: Yet another specific type of cervical collar.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cervical collar
- Wikipedia's article - Cervical collar
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