Laerdal Medical Stifneck Extrication Cervical Collar

Stifneck Extrication Cervical Collar Features

• One size fits most
• Stores flat
• Locks ensure selected sizes stay in place
• Adjustment tracks ensure symmetrical allignment of size
• Easy access for pulse checks, advanced airway procedures, and visualization through oversized trachea hole
• Uses the same sizing and application method as the original Stifneck cervical collars
• Room for large fingers to slide through the rear panel opening for cervical palpation
• Radiolucent, MRI and CT scan compatible

User Guides

• Stifneck Collar User Manual
• Stifneck Extrication Collar Instruction Manual

Frequently Bought Together

• Core D-Core Cervical Support Pillow
• Essential Medical Foam Cervical Roll
• AT Surgical Sleeping Collar With Velcro Closure

How to use Stifneck Extrication Collar?

1. Measure patient in neutral head position from shoulder to chin. Align head to neutral or “eyes forward” position unless contraindicated by local protocol
2. Match collar size to patient as shown in step 2 (from plastic edge to size window). Select has 4 positions, Pedi-Select has 3 positions
3. Adjust collar and chin support to size selected in step 2
4. Lock both sides by pressing the two lock tabs
5. Preform the collar
6. Apply collar while manually maintaining neutral head position. Position chin support under chin. If a different size is needed, remove, resize, and re-apply. Pull the collar around the neck ensuring a close fit, while holding the front in place - then fasten
7. For a supine patient, slide the rear panel behind the neck before positioning the chin support
8. Cannula hooks are provided for attaching supplemental oxygen lines

Warnings

• Stifneck Select Collars should only be used by healthcare providers
• Improper use may result in injury or permanent disability. Always follow local spinal immobilization protocol
• Use correct collar size. An oversized collar may hyperextend a patient’s cervical spine. An undersized collar may not provide appropriate stability.
• Do not adjust the Select or Pedi-Select collar on patient