collar /col·lar/ (kol´er) an encircling band, generally around the neck.
collar [kol´er]
cervical collar see under orthosis.
Philadelphia collar a type of cervical orthosis that restricts anterior-posterior cervical motion considerably but allows some normal rotation and lateral bending.
Philadelphia Collar
A rigid collar comprising a firm plastic bi-valved shell secured with Velcro straps and removable padded liner which is used to immobilise the head and neck after a cervical fracture, which can be used with chest and head extensions to increase stability
collar [kol´er]
a type of orthosis worn around the neck for support and stabilization. See also cervical orthosis.
cervical collar cervical orthosis.
Chandler collar a neck brace made of soft felt.
four poster collar a rigid brace with four upright rods to support the neck and reduce motion; it has chin and occipital supports.
Philadelphia collar a rigid, adjustable neck brace.
Philadelphia collar. From Dorland's, 2000.
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