Aspen CTO Spinal Brace

Aspen CTO Spinal Brace combines highly effective motion restriction of the cervical and upper thoracic spine with a level of comfort that makes it well tolerated by patients. Substantially progressive motion restriction in going from a stand-alone cervical collar, to a two-post device, and then on to a four-post orthosis. For these reasons, the Aspen CTO system offers the greatest versatility available when dealing with cervical-thoracic problems in todays cost conscious healthcare environment.

Features

• Aspen CTO System provides a fully integrated approach for quantifiable motion restriction of cervical spine patients
• By incorporating design elements that allow the Aspen System to be stepped down from a 4 post CTO, to a 2 post model and then to a stand alone collar, it is now possible to tailor the degree of motion restriction to the specific needs of the patient
• Brace is MRI compatible because no ferrous metal is used
• Common Examples of Use:
  - Proven performance
  - Multiple orthotic options
  - MRI compatible
  - Available in two or four post-option
  - Available in a pediatric CTO
• Post surgical stabilization
• Cervicothoracic instability
• Fracture management
• Instruction Manual
• Sizing Chart
• User Manual
  

More Information

• Measuring for correct size:
  Use this guidelines to measure the patient for the correct size Aspen Collar.
  - Measure the chest circumference 1 inch below the tip of the Xiphoyd process.
  - For circumferences smaller then 39", trim the ends of the belt panels at the notch.
  - Attach the belt by aligning the keyhole over the aluminum rivet and pull to lock in place.
  - Do this on both sides.
• Instructions For Fitting:
  - Supine:
  
  - Slide the CTO underneath the patient while compressing the mattress cover. Logroll the patient if needed.
  - Line up the control clamp to the center line on the chest and attach the Velcro loop.
  - Snap the shoulder straps into place and loosely tighten.
  - Bars may be bent to accommodate patient anatomy.
  Note: To relieve pressure at the front on the collar, bend bars away from the patient.
  - Use a phillips head screw driver to loosen screws to adjust the height of the bars.
  - Tighten the clamp after adjustment.
• Warnings:
  - Aspen CTO can be altered to mirror changes in the patients condition. For supine patients where posterior support posts are desirable, a pillow may be used under one shoulder to minimize pressure caused by the posterior support post.
  - Be aware that excessive tightening of the shoulder straps will cause traction.
  - Do not use a full size screwdriver to tighten or adjust the support post clamps while the device is on the patient.
  - When advancing to a 4-post configuration, ensure that the post strap covers the support post.
  - For kyphotic patients or for others with postural abnormalities, it is possible to bend the support posts for a better fit.
  - To accomplish this, use a pair of bending irons or remove the posts from the clamp and bend using a vise to ensure that they remain symmetrical.
  - Be careful not to weaken the posts by bending them repeatedly or by bending them more than 45 degrees.