Immobilizing cervical collar
US5334133A · kind A · utility
18Cited by
15References
17Claims
0Family size
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 19, 1992 |
| Grant date | Aug 2, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 19, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G1/003
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A cervical collar for immobilizing the head and neck of a patient to a backboard. A base attached to posterior portion of said collar rests within a recess defined by a frame mounted upon said backboard. A sliding member secures said base within said recess of said frame and is locked into place by a pin and groove latch.
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