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C2 ADJUSTABLE CERVICAL COLLARS
EN
If you have any doubts regarding the
applications and use of this medical
device, do not hesitate to ask your
doctor and / or fitter, pharmacist,
orthotist, or orthopedic consultant for
advice.
INDICATIONS
For minor neck injuries or conditions
that require motion restriction of the
cervical spine such as:
• Neck extension injuries (whiplash).
• Cervical spondylosis / Cervical
Osteoarthritis (OA).
• Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) of
cervical spine.
• Herniated cervical disc.
PERFORMANCE
The device restricts range of motion
of the cervical spine.
CONTRAINDICATION
The orthosis must not be used for
traumatic injuries, apart from mild
strain.
WARNING • PRECAUTION OF USE
The orthosis must not be used in direct
contact with a damaged skin.
Do not wear for extended periods
without medical follow-up.
The orthosis is a single patient use
device. Do not use for multiple
patients.
If any problems occur with the use of
the orthosis, e.g. pain or appearance
of local signs, contact your healthcare
professiona.
The user and/or patient must
report any serious incident that has
MEASUREMENT AND SIZE CHART
Height of the collar: measure the height between the sternal fork and under
the chin (in cm), with the patient looking horizontally.
Necklace size: measure the circumference at the base of the neck (in cm)
Size
29-34
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7,5
8,5
9,5
occurred in relation to the device to
the manufacturer and the competent
authority of the Member State in which
the user and/or patient is established.
Progressive withdrawal along with
appropriate medical follow-up is
necessary following prolonged wear
for more than 10 days
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
The devices are soft cervical collars
with removable sleeve and are fastened
with a hook and loop system.
SET UP AND OPERATION
A trial is mandatory for a correct
adaptation and a good understanding
of the installation.
The first application is performed by
a qualified fitter, and later applications
by the user or a lay person following
the same protocol.
Choose the correct height and
circumference of the neck to obtain
a head position with a horizontal look
straight ahead.
CARE INSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE
AND DISPOSAL
Hand wash in warm soapy water
(maximum 40 ° C), rinse thoroughly.
Wring out gently; do not bleach; dry
flat, do not tumble dry; do not iron; do
not dry clean.
The device and packaging must
be disposed of in accordance
with respective local or national
environmental regulations.
Neck circumference
35-40
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6636 - 6639
6637 - 6640
6638 - 6641
41-46 47-52
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