Neck support means for cervical surgery

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1991-03-18

1992-09-15

Apley, Richard J.

Surgery: splint, brace, or bandage

Orthopedic bandage

Skeletal traction applicator

606242, 602 33, 5636, A61F 500, A61G 1300

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051472872

ABSTRACT:
For cervical surgery, the neck of the patient is lifted and arched slightly upwardly with the head being supported beyond the end of an operating table. The anterior spacing between the vertebrae of the patient's cervical spine is increased, thereby affording better surgical access.

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