Tracheotomy Philadelphia Cervical Collar.
Depending on your needs to maintain the integrity of your cervical vertebrae and neck region, you'll need to select from many on the market. Luckily, your physician or surgeon will be able to assist you in selecting just the right one; Miami j, soft foam, chandler, four post or Philadelphia collar like the one pictured. Collars may look the same to you, but when you find yourself in the situation of needing one, it's features and benefits will be of much more importance. A few things taken into heavier consideration are rigidness, comfort measures, adjustable mechanisms, tracheotomy accommodation and ventilation.
This cervical collar is a great choice for those in need of a tracheotomy accommodating collar that's aesthetically appealing, easy to adjust and hypoallergenic. If you're familiar with other collars, many of them are made of soft or rigid plastics and then lined with materials inside. For those who are sensitive to the materials used to line these supports, there is this collar to lower the risk of irritation by foregoing the lining altogether. It's made of latex-free, non-toxic and hypoallergenic Plastazote foam that reduces skin irritation, is easy to clean and allows for it's user to bathe or partake in aqua-therapy while wearing it! That's definitely a feature that you will not find among most collars. Another priority among those in search of the perfect collar is it's aesthetic appeal and with it's neutral color, this product is among the best choices.
The integrity of the product for it's sole purpose, maintaining the neck's immobility in a neutral position, is also superior. It's made of a more rigid plastic that limits movement and employs the best contouring design for comfort and functionality.
Please consult your physician for an approval or recommendation of the use of this product, as well as an accurate measurement to determine your correct size selection and instruction for use for your desired results.
Sized according to neck circumference and height measurement from sternal notch to chin.
Height: 5¼"
Sizes:
XS (up to 10")
S (10"-13")
M (13"-16")
L (16"-19")
XL (19" and up)