Philadelphia Collar

The Philadelphia Collar is made from a closed cell polyethylene foam called Plastazote that provides excellent levels of support and comfort. It features rigid occipital and mandibular posts and a tracheal access hole for patients with a tracheostomy. 

Key Features and Benefits of the Philadelphia Collar

• Lightweight two-piece neck collar brace
• Tough and flexible polyethylene foam is tough and flexible
• Available in a range of sizes to suit a variety of needs
• An optional stabiliser is also available for purchase
• Tracheal access hole ideal for patients who need assistance breathing
• Easy wipe-clean surface that's impermeable to water

What Sizes Are Available?

Indications of the Philadelphia Collar

This collar is suitable for a wide variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

• Spondylitis
• Spondylosis
• Rheumatoid arthritis and Osteoarthritis
• Post-operative control of extension/flexion

What Makes Plastazote Foam a Phenomenal Choice of Material?

In contrast to other foams it is tough and flexible, defined by the regular shapes, sides and walls of the individual polyethylene cells. When Plastazote foam is compressed, each nitrogen filled cell acts like a balloon and causes the foam to bounce back into its original shape. This makes it an excellent choice for providing comfortable and durable neck immobilisation and support. 

How Comfortable Is the Philadelphia Collar?

Many neck and throat surgeries have long recovery times and this collar has been designed to provide comfortable support during long-term recovery and rehabilitation. The lightweight design stops it from weighing down your neck and the adjustable straps mean you can change the amount of pressure to ensure the most comfortable fit for you. 

Optional Accessory

A Philadelphia collar stabiliser is available as an additional option at the top of the page. It is available in one size and features additional anterior and posterior attachments that further restrict cervical movement. This is ideal for patients who require the highest level of immobilisation and support.