The One-Piece™ Collar is injection molded from high-densitypolyethylene with foam padding for improved rigidity and durabilityand features our patented chin support.

Our one-piece design is essentially flat to efficiently managestorage where space is limited. Color-coded labels and Velcro®

fasteners ensure easy recognition of sizes.

Either in a supine or seated position, application is quick and easy.

Oversized trachea opening is for quick access to carotid pulsemonitoring and emergency tracheotomies.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Restricts flexion, extension and rotation to immobilize thecervical spine.

• Latex-free, non-toxic and hypoallergenic foam reduces skin irritation.

• Pre-molded level chin support maintains patient in neutral alignment.

• Mandible support adapts to individual patient’s unique jaw line.

• Rear ventilation slots for fluid drainage and airflow.

• No parts to assemble or break off.

• Water-resistant for use in adverse conditions.

• X-ray, CT and MRI lucent.

ONE-PIECE™ COLLAR

U.S. Patent 5,622,529; 6,071,255

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APPLICATION

Proper application of the Collar is as important as proper sizing for immobilization and patient comfort.

REMOVAL

Before removing the Collar, mark the position of the Velcro strap location to ensure re-application maintains the proper fit.

With the Collar secured on the patient, unfasten the Velcro strap. Remove the Collar from the patient.

SIZE CHART & PRODUCT CODES

Adult Size Product Code Color Height Circumference

LOW PHP-1PL PURPLE 1 3/4" 11"-23"SHORT PHP-1PS BLUE 2 1/2" 11"-23"REGULAR PHP-1PR ORANGE 3"11"-23"TALL PHP-1PT GREEN 3 1/2" 11"-23"

Child Size Product Code Color Height Circumference

INFANT PHP-1PI PINK 1 1/2" 8"- 18"PEDIATRIC PHP-1PP AQUA 1 3/4" 8"- 18"

Apply the Collar to thepatient’s neck. The chinshould be secured by thepatented molded chin support.

If the patient is in a supineposition, slide the BACK part of the Collar behind the patient’s neck until the Velcro® strap is visible.

The Velcrostrap isbroughtaround theback of thepatient’s neckand securedto the Velcro hook fastener.

Before attaching theVelcro strap, make certainthe patient’s head and the Collar are in properalignment. If the chin isnot sufficiently supported,tighten Collar. If additionaltightening results inpatient extension, selectsmaller size.

ONE-PIECE™ COLLAR

MEASUREMENT & SIZING

Proper sizing is important for patient immobilization and comfort. Always maintain the patient’s head in neutral alignment.

Height:

Measure the vertical distance from the tip of the chin to the top of the sternum in a straight line (Fig. A).

The measurement corresponds to the HEIGHT of the Collar.

If the patient’s measurement falls between two consecutivesizes, apply the smaller size first.

Circumference:

Measure around thepatient’s neck (Fig. B).

The measurementcorresponds to the size CIRCUMFERENCEof the Collar.

A B