What is the collar of Shantz

Description

Shantz collar( tire) - an orthopedic device, made from different in density materials. Its goal is to correct pathologies that have arisen in the cervical spine. If the orthopedic tire is used correctly, the affected area of ​​the neck is unloaded.gets a light massage, and heals at the same time with heat.

Indications for use

For carrying a Shant collar, there are indications:

  • for osteochondrosis;
  • in case of damage to the average severity of the cervical spine;
  • in myositis( inflammation of the muscles), having various pathologies;
  • newborns with symptoms of muscular torticollis;
  • for rehabilitation after trauma and surgical interventions;
  • for dizziness and neurological pain;
  • violation of posture;
  • compression of the spinal cord.

Contraindications

How to apply the collar of Shantz Despite all the positive aspects of using the orthopedic collar, there are some contraindications to the use.

Contraindications to the use of the collar are:

  1. Presence of dermatological diseases.
  2. The pronounced instability of the cervical spine.

Types and properties of the collar

The collar of the Shantz has several varieties. They serve to compensate for the natural apparatus of the neck and have several options:

  1. The inflatable collar looks like a frame made of a dense but flexible material. The inflatable mechanism is located between the strips of material. It is inflated with the help of a pear. This allows you to gently pull the spinal column in the neck area, increase the distance between the joints. Excellent stimulates blood flow in nearby organs.
  2. Inflatable soft mechanism. Allows you to fix the spine in the required state, does not allow you to tilt your head to the maximum level. Slightly stretches the vertebrae and reduces the manifestations of osteochondrosis. Symptoms of the disease are poorly expressed.
  3. Hard collar with plastic or metal construction. It is irreplaceable for fractures or damages of the cervical spine.

In osteochondrosis, the force of pumping the orthopedic collar should be regulated by the doctor.

The use of an orthopedic collar is indicated to patients of all ages. The duration of wearing the tire is determined by a specialist orthopedist. Usually, a soft collar is recommended. Its size can be adjusted with velcro fasteners. Its upper surface is covered with special material and is equipped with a protective cover.

The collar-tire produces the following effects:

  • reduces neck tension in the muscles;
  • pain relief;
  • normalizes neuromuscular conduction;
  • improves blood flow in the vessels of the brain;
  • restores muscles and tendons.

How to choose the collar of Shantz?

Choosing a Shant collar When choosing the collar of Shantz, you should pay attention to the following nuances:

  1. After the tire is worn around the neck, it will limit its mobility. To throw back the head or tilt it forward will be impossible.
  2. The height of the collar should exactly match the length of the neck.
  3. The upper line of the collar of Shantz should be at the base of the skull, and the lower line at the base of the neck.
  4. The collar must support the chin and jaw, the bottom of it must run parallel to the collarbone.

If the size of the Shantz collar is selected correctly, the collar will fit tightly to the neck, but do not cause a sense of squeezing.

If the collar is selected incorrectly, then unpleasant symptoms will appear:

  • weakness;
  • dizziness;
  • fainting;
  • vomiting;
  • pain in the neck muscles.

If any of these symptoms appear, the cervical collar should be removed and consult a doctor for further use of the collar. The specialist will propose another modification of the collar or adjust the degree of inflation.

How long should I wear the collar of Shantz?

Constantly wearing a collar is not recommended. This will lead to irreversible atrophy of the neck muscles. During the day, use it for no more than 2 hours. Time depends on the patient's condition, type and extent of the disease. With cervical osteochondrosis, a doctor can prescribe the use of a collar 2 times a day for 1 hour. At the same time, physiotherapy and massage can be prescribed.

Features of the Shanza collar

Shanza collar for children The collar when fully applied to the problem of osteochondrosis and other diseases does not eliminate. Refers to concomitant therapy, in which temporary relief of the patient's condition is achieved. The therapeutic collar performs the functions of a support apparatus for the spine.

Has a collar and another name - a cervical crutch. The mass of the head is supported because of the distribution of weight on the clavicles and partly the base of the neck. As a result, the head assumes the necessary position, and the neck muscles, tendons and ligaments do not undergo any load.

Therapeutic effect of

Patients who used the shantz collar to eliminate discomfort in osteochondrosis, note the following effect:

  1. Improvement of overall well-being.
  2. Elimination of numbness of the skin and pain.
  3. Normalization of the blood supply of the cervical vessels.

Shantz collar for newborns

During childbirth, damage to the cervical spine of the child is often observed. A neonatologist can appoint a newborn to wear a Shantz collar.

Collar is also recommended for the following problems:

  • hyperexcitability;
  • short neck syndrome;
  • setting torticollis;
  • syndrome of locomotive disorders;
  • is a syndrome of oppression of the nervous system.

Collar normalizes the flow of blood to the brain of the baby, will ease the work of the neck muscles. But if misused, it will lead to muscle atrophy. The child will not be able to keep his head to the 2 nd month of life, tk. Muscles will be weakened.

It is desirable to wear it after a session of physical therapy or massage to strengthen the effect. The duration of wearing is determined by the doctor. Usually it is from 15 minutes to a full day.

Parents must comply with hygiene rules so that skin diseases do not occur. The collar should not penetrate the moisture, the skin of the neck should be clean.

It is necessary to take care of the collar, keeping it clean. Wash it in cold water by hand. Dry naturally. We must ensure that the collar does not lose shape.

In addition, all the doctor's prescriptions regarding the recovery measure must be observed.

The medical device is not to be worn on a healthy person. This can provoke muscle atrophy and other negative consequences.