Diagram of foam collar soft neck collar neck brace ultra cervical collar with label

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Technical diagram showing four types of cervical collars side by side with clear labels: 1) Foam Collar - soft cylindrical foam neck support with anterior and posterior labels, 2) Soft Neck Collar - padded fabric collar with velcro closure showing chin rest and neck circumference measurement, 3) Neck Brace - semi-rigid Philadelphia collar style with chin piece, occipital support, anterior and posterior panels labeled, 4) Ultra Cervical Collar - rigid hard collar with thoracic extension, mandibular support, occiput support, sternal plate, and adjustment mechanism labeled. Each collar shown in profile and front view. Clean medical illustration style with anatomical reference showing cervical spine C1-C7 alignment. All parts clearly labeled with arrows pointing to: foam padding, velcro strap, chin support, occipital support, anterior panel, posterior panel, trachea cutout, adjustment holes.

Diagram of Foam Collar, Soft Neck Collar, Neck Brace, and Ultra Cervical Collar with labels
Here is a labeled diagram comparing the four types of cervical collars:
1. Foam Collar
  • Soft, cylindrical foam construction
  • Minimal rigid support
  • Used for mild neck strain and post-exercise comfort
2. Soft Neck Collar
  • Padded fabric exterior with Velcro closure
  • Chin rest and adjustable neck circumference
  • Provides warmth and mild positional reminder
3. Neck Brace (Semi-Rigid / Philadelphia Style)
  • Anterior and posterior rigid panels
  • Dedicated chin support and occipital (back-of-skull) support
  • Trachea cutout for breathing comfort
  • Used after moderate cervical injuries or post-op
4. Ultra Cervical Collar (Rigid / Extended)
  • Hard outer shell with thoracic (chest) extension
  • Mandibular (jaw) and sternal (chest plate) support
  • Occipital support pad
  • Adjustable height holes
  • Maximum immobilization - used for serious cervical fractures or instability (e.g., halo alternative)
The diagram shows cervical spine alignment (C1-C7) as a reference for how each collar relates to the anatomy it supports. Restriction of motion increases progressively from foam -> soft -> semi-rigid -> ultra rigid.
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