Dr. Robert G. Kaniecki answers the question: 'Cervical Collar For Neck Pain?' — -- Question: Does A Cervical Collar Ease Neck Pain? Answer: It usually doesn't. The cervical collar only rarely ...

When a person injures the region of their spine immediately below their skull, emergency medical technicians apply what is known as a cervical collar. The devices first saw use in the Vietnam War, ...

Finally, some new gear for people with severe head and neck injuries. An undergraduate team of three mechanical engineering students and three biomedical engineering students have redesigned the ...

Patients who must wear rigid cervical collars after spinal or orthopedic surgery often get abrasions on the chin and pressure areas (occiput and upper shoulders). Cut pieces of fleece or felt into ...

Early, gentle movement is strongly recommended for whiplash recovery. Prolonged use of cervical collars (neck braces) can delay recovery and weaken muscles. Pain should be managed with NSAIDs or ...