Open the sides of the front panel outward. Make sure the top of the collar sits under the chin and supports the jawbone. The chin should not slip down into the collar. Hold firmly with one hand. Push the sides of the front panel around the neck.

Your Aspen Vista® cervical collar will help your neck to heal by supporting the bones in your neck. It also supports your chin, jawline, and the back of your head to keep you from moving your neck up and down.

There are two ways to put on and take of your collar. Check with your nurse or doctor about the best way for you, based on your injury. Make sure to check with your doctor before you begin driving a car or other motor vehicle. This handout will …

Below are step-by-step instructions on how to care for your new collar at home. Position your chin so that it is centered on the chin piece and aligned with the sternal notch. Your chin should not touch the chin piece at this point of the application process. Position the back panel behind your neck, ensuring it is centered.

Horizon PRO Application and Care Instructions.

Aspen Cervical Collar: The Aspen Cervical Collar is designed to restrict cervical spine flexion, extension and rotation to promote patient recovery. Motion control of cervical spine flexion.

Instructions for Removal, Skin Care, and Re-Application • Before taking off your collar, gather the supplies you will need: soap, wash cloth, towel, and pads. • Stand or sit in front of a sink with a mirror. Release the strap on one side. Remove the collar and set it aside. • Keep your head and neck straight and still.

HOW TO USE YOUR ASPEN VISTA CERVICAL ORTHOSIS There are two sections to the Vista collar, occipital (back) and mandibular (front). They are held together with Velcro straps. Place the front section up under your chin and jaw line. Your chin …

An Aspen collar is used to keep your neck in the right position while it is healing, and to help you support your head (it will limit the amount you can bend and turn your neck). Your doctor will tell you when and how long to wear your collar.

Fitting instructions 1. The neck area should be free of clothing, as the collar needs to be fitted directly against the skin. The person who needs the collar should be lying on their back on a flat surface, without a pillow or using a thin pillow only. 2. Hold up the back panel, the Vista logo should be the right way up. 3.