Aspen Cervical Collar Features
- Pivoting Occipital Panels Reduce Pressure: Padded panels pivot orbitally and self-adjust to cradle virtually all head shapes for increased support and maximum patient comfort
- Increased Visibility for Improved Care: Innovative design permits greater visibility to occipital region enhancing the ability to inspect skin without removing the collar
- Adjustable for a Tailored Fit: Height adjustment technology in both the front and back allows clinicians to customize the fit based on individual anatomies and multiple conditions
- Designed to Reduce Pressure Points: Reduced patient contact on occipital midline helps limit pressure points and heat buildup in danger areas for skin breakdown. Aspen’s innovative design also permits greater visibility to occipital region, enhancing ability to inspect skin.
- Promotes Effective Skin Care: Cotton-lined Aspen pads wick moisture from patient’s skin while clickable polyurethane foam assures optimal pressure distribution
Vista Multi-Post Instruction Manual
Aspen Cervical Collar User Manual
What to buy with Aspen Vista Multi-Post Cervical Collar
- OPTP Original McKenzie Cervical Roll
- Biofreeze Professional Pain Relieving Gel
Directions to use Vista Cervical Collar
- Preparation:
- Pre-form the back ends of the side panels so they are slightly curved
- Pre-form the back panel so plastic side pieces are slightly curved
- Note: Ensure head is in neutral alignment throughout the entire application of this product
- Placement:
- The front panel should be at the lowest setting to begin. While pulling the sides of the front panel apart, position the bottom of the tracheal aperture at the sternal notch.
- Position the sides up and over the trapezius muscles
- It is fine if the chin piece is not touching the chin
- Sizing:
- While holding the collar against the chest, pull out the dial to unlock
- Turn the dial clockwise to raise chin piece. When the chin piece is supporting the chin, release the dial and it will self-lock.
- Multi-Post Back Panel:
Note: Do not adjust on the patient. If height adjustment is necessary – remove from the patient, adjust and reapply.- Push down on lock release and slide yellow button left to unlock
- Adjust height up or down if needed for best fit. To lock slide yellow button right
- With the head in neutral alignment, press the back panel down onto the bed and slide it behind the patient’s neck
- Ensure back panel has good contact with trapezius
For Reference: Start by aligning the top of the back panel with the middle of the ear
- Tightening:
- While holding the front panel in place, attach the loop strap on each side
- To tighten, anchor your fingers in on the collar and peel back the loop strap on one side, tighten and reattach. Tighten the other side equally and repeat as needed to ensure a snug, symmetrical fit.
- Check to see that the back of the chin piece is not pressing inward on the throat
- If it is, lift the back ends of the side panels up and off the trapezius muscles
- Safety:
- Patients chin should be close to the front of the chin piece but the back of the chin piece should not press on the patient’s throat
- All slack between the front and back panels must be removed to ensure a secure fit
- Patient often changes position, so it may be desirable to readjust the height and the back panel straps
How to clean Aspen Brace?
- Use a mild soap and water to clean the cervical collar by hand
- Rinse thoroughly and pat out any excessive moisture
- Allow to air dry completely
- Do not use bleach, harsh chemicals or machine wash/dry
