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2. Cervical collar - Wikipedia

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   Another use of the cervical collar is for strains, sprains, or whiplash. [4] [5] If pain is persistent, the collar might be required to remain attached to help in the healing process. [5] [7] A person may also need a cervical collar, or may require a halo fixation device to support the neck during recovery after surgery such as cervical spinal ...

3. Spinal precautions - Wikipedia

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   Spinal precautions including a cervical collar and rigid board have been shown to delay time to intubation, increase risk of aspiration, raise intracranial pressure and cause pain, agitation, and pressure ulcers. [4] [12] [7] A systematic review found cervical collar related skin ulcers from the devices in 7 to 38%. [16]

4. Occipital neuralgia - Wikipedia

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   The most conservative treatments, such as immobilization of the neck with a cervical collar, physiotherapy, and cryotherapy have not been shown to perform better than placebo. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, tricyclic antidepressants, serotonin -norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, and anticonvulsants may help to alleviate symptoms.

5. 6 cervical traction devices to try for neck pain - AOL

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   This isn’t technically a cervical traction device, but like a cervical pillow, it can help provide relief from pain in the back of the neck, according to Crevilli. You can use the device to ...

6. Craniocervical instability - Wikipedia

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   Conservative treatment of craniocervical instability includes physical therapy [10] [11] and the use of a cervical collar to keep the neck stable. Prolotherapy, including with stem cells, is a treatment option, but there is no scientific evidence supporting the success of this approach. [12] [verification needed]

7. Spinal cord injury without radiographic abnormality - Wikipedia

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   Otherwise a rigid cervical collar or surgery to immobilize the neck for three months is recommended. [2] If the MRI is abnormal surgery to hold the neck still may be carried out [2] Typically people should avoid further high risk activities for the next six months. [3] The use of corticosteroids is not generally recommended. [2] The condition ...