A halo-vest is a brace that is used to immobilize and protect the cervical spine and neck after surgery or accident. The halo is a ring that surrounds the head and is attached by pins to the outer portion of the skull; however, some Halos are pinless but are only used in certain situations.

2024年3月2日 · The halo brace, also known as the halo vest immobilizer, is a device that restrains the cranium to the torso, offering the most rigid form of external immobilization for the upper cervical spine, particularly the occipitocervical and atlantoaxial junctions.

What is a halo vest? A halo vest is sometimes used after spinal surgery, spine fractures, or dislocations because the vertebrae heal when movement is limited. The vest fits snugly to support the healing spine. Once your child’s brace specialist checks the fit, only your provider should remove it. How do you wear a halo vest?

The halo ring can be placed under local anesthesia in conscious patients. The patient is in a supine position on a stable surface and the head must be accessible so the surgeon can apply the halo. The halo ring can be connected to the vest to provide stability following closed reduction.

Vest design results in lighter weight, better fit and increased patient compliances; Soft, flexible material at shoulder for increased anterior/posterior compression; Nylon ball joints for quick and easy fitting

2018年10月24日 · The halo vest has been shown to be extremely effective at preventing further neurological injury for patients who have sustained cervical spinal injuries.

2024年9月17日 · Halo vest. If a halo vest is required, perform a fit trial with an orthotist before halo application, which can allow vest modifications or construction of a custom vest if needed for smaller, especially kyphotic or younger patients.