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is in the desired treatment alignment.
QUICK SIZE CHECK (Figure 4)
(Optional Alternative)
• Use your fingers to measure the vertical chin-to shoulder distance.
• On the collar, this measurement corresponds to the distance from the
top of the velcro strap to the bottom edge of the collar plastic.
Sizing Tips:
• If you are deciding between two consecutive sizes, try the smaller
size first.
• Use the largest size that fist comfortably and maintains desired
treatment position.
• To insure proper sizing, it is a good idea to fit operative patients prior
to surgery.
– Collar size may be incorrectly identified in the presence of post-
operative dressings and swelling.
• Miami J Fronts and Backs are interchangeable;
However, this is rarely necessary.
– e.g., To accommodate a larger neck circumference with use of the
200S (Super Short), the Back of the 200L (Stout) size may be
substituted.
IS YOUR PATIENT A CHILD (0-12 years)
Refer to Miami Jr.
For your smallest, most important patients, Össur offers the Miami Jr.
pediatric collar line. These collars are specifically engineered to meet the
unique anatomical needs of children during the growth transition from
birth to adolescence. Please contact Össur for more information about
these distinctive collars.
SCOOP IT UP (Figure 5 - 9)
Application Instructions (Supine)
At least two persons are needed for initial collar placement: one to
maintain the patient's head and neck in proper alignment, the second to
fit the collar.
1. Remove any pillows from behind the patient's head. Position patient
with arms to the side, shoulders down and head centrally aligned.
2. Slide the Back Piece behind the patient´s neck and center it.
▸ Ensure the blue Sorbatex™ padding extends beyond the edge of
the plastic.
3. Flare the sides of the Front out, slide it up the chest wall and scoop it
up under the chin.
4. Sides of the collar Front should be oriented up, off the trapezius, and
toward the ears.
5. While holding the Front securely, curl the ends snugly against the
patient´s neck. Apply the velcro strap and secure the opposite side of
the collar in the same fashion. Tighten straps alternately, one at a
time, to an equal length on both sides.
▸ Place the Front of collar inside the Back.
6. Velcro straps must be aligned symmetrically and oriented "blue-on-
blue" to the Front adhesive sections. When the patient is properly fit,
there should be equal amounts of excess velcro overhanging the Front
blue adhesive sections. These may be trimmed.
▸ Collar application must be secure to ensure proper fit, maintain
alignment, and to prevent the chin from slipping inside. If the patient can
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