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2. Cervical collar - Wikipedia

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   A cervical collar, also known as a neck brace, is a medical device used to support and immobilize a person's neck. It is also applied by emergency personnel to those who have had traumatic head or neck injuries, [ 1 ] although they should not be routinely used in prehospital care.

3. Halo-gravity traction device - Wikipedia

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   Halo-gravity traction (HGT) is a type of traction device utilized to treat spinal deformities such as scoliosis, [1] [2] congenital spine deformities, cervical instability, basilar invagination, and kyphosis. [3] It is used prior to surgical treatment to reduce the difficulty of the following surgery and the need for a more dangerous surgery.

4. Orthotics - Wikipedia

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   There are several types of orthoses for managing cervical spine pathology. [71] The halo brace is the most restrictive cervical thoracic orthosis in use; it is used to immobilize the cervical spine, usually following fracture, and was developed by Vernon L. Nickel at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center in 1955. [72]

5. Traction (orthopedics) - Wikipedia

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   Mechanical traction can be used for patients with cervical and lumbar spinal disorders such as cervical radiculopathy or lumbar spinal stenosis. Lumbar traction has been widely used in the clinic, previous meta-analyses have confirmed that mechanical traction in the supine position can relieve short-term pain in patients with radiculopathy. [4]

6. Cervical fracture - Wikipedia

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   The halo brace is the most rigid cervical brace, used when limiting motion to the minimum that is essential, especially with unstable cervical fractures. It can provide stability and support during the time (typically 8–12 weeks) needed for the cervical bones to heal.

7. The best back braces of 2025, according to experts - AOL

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   Sizes: One size fits most | Best for: Fracture, herniated disc, arthritis, post-surgery, sciatica, degenerative disc disease, cervical spondylosis, and sprains | Level of support: Semi-rigid A $90 ...