Patent ID: 6726643
Filing Date: 2004-04-27
Classification: A61F,Y10S

Abstract:
An adjustable cervical collar comprising:(a) an elongated neck encircling band; (b) a sternum and shoulder brace adjustably secured to the elongated neck encircling band; (c) a chin support brace secured to the elongated neck encircling band or the sternum and shoulder brace; (d) an adjustment system means adjustably securing the elongated neck encircling band to the sternum and shoulder brace for adjusting the height of the sternum and shoulder brace in relation to the elongated neck encircling band; (e) a locking mechanism for the adjustment system means, the locking mechanism prevents retrograde movement; and (f) a positive alignment means for maintaining the sternum and shoulder brace in parallel alignment with the elongated neck encircling band as the height of the sternum and shoulder brace is adjusted in relation to the elongated neck encircling band.