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Soft cervical collar
A padded collar that supports the neck for short periods.
Good forNeck strain, as advised by a doctor
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What it is, and who it helps
A soft cervical collar is a padded foam ring that wraps around the neck and fastens at the back. It supports the head and limits movement of the neck for a short time, and is sometimes advised for neck strain or muscle spasm.
Soft collars give gentle support only. Long use can weaken neck muscles, so they are used for short periods and with exercises as advised by a clinician.
How to choose
- Measure the neck circumference and choose the right height, so that it supports the chin without pushing the head back.
- Pick a soft, breathable cover that can be washed, and a hook-and-loop fastening that is easy to use.
- Ask a doctor or physiotherapist whether a collar is right, and for how long.
- Do not use a collar as a substitute for assessment after a fall or injury.
Using it safely
- Wear it as advised, usually for short periods, and take it off to wash and check the skin.
- See a doctor at once for neck pain after a fall, with numbness or weakness in the arms, or severe headache.
- Do not wear it to sleep unless a clinician has said so.
Before you buy
How long should my parent wear a collar?
Usually only for a few hours at a time, and for a limited number of days. Follow the clinician's advice.
Can a collar help with arthritis?
It may ease discomfort in a flare, but regular gentle movement is usually better in the long term.
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General information, not medical advice. Ask a doctor, nurse or physiotherapist what is right for your parent.
Not sure this is the right one?
A nurse can suggest the right choice, arrange delivery and show how to use it.