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Intended Use
This product is intended to support cervical spine in a
neutral position during transportation, in combination
with other cervical and full body immobilization
devices (CSIDs and FBSIDs).

Important

– In cases of a suspected spinal cord injury, proper
neck immobilization is only one part of total
immobilization.
– It is imperative that the patient be properly
immobilized to prevent any movement of the
spinal column.
– Should any serious malfunction, undesirable
incident with, or deterioration in the functionality
or performance of the device occur, contact
Laerdal promptly. The competent authority where
the incident took place and/or the device was
used should also be notified.
Warnings
– Stifneck Collars should only be used by qualified
healthcare providers.
– Improper use may result in injury or permanent
disability. Always follow local spinal immobilization
protocol.
– Use the correct size collar. An oversized collar
may hyperextend a patient's cervical spine. An
undersized collar may not provide appropriate
stability.
User Instructions
1. Measure the Patient
Align the head to neutral or "eyes forward" position
unless contraindicated by local protocol.
2. Match the collar size to the patient:
Plastic edge to hole or to black rivet if assembled.
3. Insert the black rivet into the hole.
Neutral position
Shoulder to chin
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4. Preform the collar
5. Apply the collar while manually maintaining
neutral head position
Place the chin support under the chin.
Pull the back of the collar snug while holding the
front in place, and then fasten.
For a supine patient, slide the rear panel behind
the neck before placing the chin support.
Technical Specifications
Storage:
Do not store collar in folded position.
Store in flat position.
Storage Temperature Range:
-34 °C to 52 °C
(-30 °F to 125 °F)
Operating Temperature Range:
-18 °C to 43 °C
(0°F to 110 °F)