Stifneck Extrication Cervical Collar Features
- One size fits most
- Stores flat
- Locks ensure selected sizes stay in place
- Adjustment tracks ensure symmetrical allignment of size
- Easy access for pulse checks, advanced airway procedures, and visualization through oversized trachea hole
- Uses the same sizing and application method as the original Stifneck cervical collars
- Room for large fingers to slide through the rear panel opening for cervical palpation
- Radiolucent, MRI and CT scan compatible
User Guides
- Stifneck Collar User Manual
- Stifneck Extrication Collar Instruction Manual
Frequently Bought Together
- Core D-Core Cervical Support Pillow
- Essential Medical Foam Cervical Roll
- AT Surgical Sleeping Collar With Velcro Closure
How to use Stifneck Extrication Collar?
- Measure patient in neutral head position from shoulder to chin. Align head to neutral or “eyes forward” position unless contraindicated by local protocol
- Match collar size to patient as shown in step 2 (from plastic edge to size window). Select has 4 positions, Pedi-Select has 3 positions
- Adjust collar and chin support to size selected in step 2
- Lock both sides by pressing the two lock tabs
- Preform the collar
- Apply collar while manually maintaining neutral head position. Position chin support under chin. If a different size is needed, remove, resize, and re-apply. Pull the collar around the neck ensuring a close fit, while holding the front in place – then fasten
- For a supine patient, slide the rear panel behind the neck before positioning the chin support
- Cannula hooks are provided for attaching supplemental oxygen lines
Warnings
- Stifneck Select Collars should only be used by healthcare providers
- Improper use may result in injury or permanent disability. Always follow local spinal immobilization protocol
- Use correct collar size. An oversized collar may hyperextend a patient’s cervical spine. An undersized collar may not provide appropriate stability.
- Do not adjust the Select or Pedi-Select collar on patient
