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

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   Look for pillows that are made of memory foam, since they more easily conform to the shape of your head and neck, and provide more support than non-memory foam cushions. Posture pumps

4. Orthopedic pillow - Wikipedia

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   A travel pillow An ergonomic pillow. An orthopedic pillow is a pillow designed to correct body positioning in bed or while lying on any other surface. Its design conforms to orthopedic guidelines to ensure the right placement and support of one or more specific parts of the body to provide safe and healthy rest to the sleeper.

5. Package cushioning - Wikipedia

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   Some cushion products are flowable and are packed loosely around the items in the box. The box is closed to tighten the pack. This includes expanded polystyrene foam pieces (foam peanuts), similar pieces made of starch-based foams, and common popcorn. The amount of loose fill material required and the transmitted shock levels vary with the ...

6. Wheelchair cushion - Wikipedia

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   Wheelchair cushions are cushions specifically designed to provide comfort and protection against injury for wheelchair users. They also aid in properly positioning the user in the correct posture. Wheelchair users are at great risk for pressure sores. [1] A number of factors are included in the formation of these ulcers including:

7. Cervical fracture - Wikipedia

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   Patients with cervical fractures will likely be prescribed medication for pain control. In the long term, physical therapy will be given to build strength in the muscles of the neck to increase stability and better protect the cervical spine. Collars, traction and surgery can be used to immobilize and stabilize the neck after a cervical fracture.

8. Craniocervical instability - Wikipedia

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   The impact of craniocervical instability can range from minor symptoms to severe disability in which patients are bed-bound. The constellation of symptoms caused by craniocervical instability is known as "cervico-medullary syndrome" [4] and includes: [5] [6] [7]

9. Clearing the cervical spine - Wikipedia

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   Clearing the cervical spine is the process by which medical professionals determine whether cervical spine injuries exist, mainly regarding cervical fracture. It is generally performed in cases of major trauma. This process can take place in the emergency department or in the field by appropriately trained EMS personnel.