Cervical Neck Collar
Cervical Neck Collar
I have been told by an orthopedic neurosurgeon ....?
I have been told by an orthopedic neurosurgeon that from all the MRI 's, xrays, and CT that I have a failed C4-5 fusion and that my neck is unstable in other regions also. I have had a multilevel anterior fusion about 2 yrs ago, and a laminectomy 26 yrs ago. The only type of surgery he recommends at this time is a complete stabilization of the entire cervical spine, both anterior and posterior. Was told this is very risky surgery. My pain level is very high most of the time. Have dificulty sleeping, weak painful arms, hands do go numb at times, neck and shoulder pain is severe. Is there any other way to stabilize the cervical spine? By wearing my philly collar, will that weaken my muscles in the neck? What can happen if I do not have the surgery?
I have a cervical spine injury also. Do you know what an Alpine brace is? I like them a lot more. Your question is really for an ortho doc. Here are some links to sites I have found a lot of information on and you can also see what is the new procedures that are around. I know how you feel. I've been in a pain management program for several years. My injury disabled me. My C4-5 was a failure also. Anyway check out these links. If you would like a few others send me an e-mail and I'll get back to you. Good luck and hang in there. You're not alone and yes it does suck.
http://www.uclahealth.org/body.cfm?id=477&oTopID=47
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000686.htm
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/chronic-pain/AR00017
http://health.discovery.com/centers/pain/pain.html
The second one is a government medical site. You can look up any type of nerve problems.
Here is one for the current research at UCLA medical center
http://dgsom.healthsciences.ucla.edu/research/
This is one for clinical trials going on right now
http://www.clinicaltrials.ucla.edu/
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ELASTOGEL CERVICAL NECK COLLAR HOT COLD ICE GEL WRAP $45.99 |
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Cervical Neck Collar Fibrmyalgia Pain Relief Wrap Pack $36.16 |
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The NeckPillow by Tempur-Pedic King Medium Tempur Pedic Neck Pillow 34 x 14 x 4 The NeckPillow by Tempur-PedicTM The NeckPillow by Tempur-PedicTM is recommended for those who desire not only a better nights sleep but also need a more therapeutic sleep posture. The dual-lobe design supports the curve created by your head, neck and shoulders to properly align your spine and give you a perfect nights sleep! It is important that you choose the proper pillow thickness based on y... |
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Philadelphia Cervical Safety Collar Med. $39.99 This collar has no trach opening. Size: Medium. Height: 4.25" Cir: 13"-16"... |
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Collar Bag (case w/supplies) - Style 911-80303-18030 $66.99 Cervical collar bag holds a complete set of collars with extra room for backboard straps. Full length zipper makes it fast and easy to get the correct size collar. Supply Assortment: 1 Infant Cervical Collar, 1 Pediatric Cervical Collar, 1 Low Cervical Collar (x-short), 1 Short Cervical Collar, 1 Regular Cervical Collar, 1 Tall Cervical Collar Material: 1000D nylon in Orange Overall Dimensions: 24... |
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Cervical Neck Traction $26.99 This Neck traction was designed and developed for the prevention and treatment of cervical vertebral disease, Based on the air -Traction , Neck Traction allows for deep neck muscle relaxation. Relief of tension, muscles spasms, stress and pressure in the neck , shoulders, head and cervical vertebral area. You can feel the results in just a few short minutes. Neck Traction can effectively aid the t... |
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Cervical Neck Traction $29.99 This Neck traction was designed and developed for the prevention and treatment of cervical vertebral disease.**** Based on the air -Traction , Neck Traction allows for deep neck muscle relaxation. Relief of tension, muscles spasms, stress and pressure in the neck , shoulders, head and cervical vertebral area. ****You can feel the results in just a few short minutes. ****Neck Traction can effective... |
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LAERDAL STIFNECK SELCT ADJUSTABLE CERVICAL COLLAR $8.15 The Stifneck® SelectTM Collar simplifies your job, saves space and provides outstanding immobilization. The quickest and easiest-to-use adjustable collar on the market. All you have to do is measure the patient, select the size, adjust and lock! This collar fits all adult patients and delivers the same superior immobilization you expect from Stifneck® collars... |
