Understand your options
Neck fractures
A suspected broken neck is an emergency. Call emergency services and avoid unnecessary movement.
See the bigger picture
Understand the problem
The injury
A fracture is a break in a neck vertebra.
The priority
Protecting the spinal cord requires urgent medical assessment.
About this illustration
Existing AI-generated context image, not a diagnostic study, verified patient or fitting instructions.
What might you notice?
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After trauma
Pain may follow a fall, collision or sports injury.
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Nerve symptoms
Numbness or weakness raises concern.
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Pain can vary
A serious injury does not always cause extreme pain.
Symptoms overlap; an examination helps identify the cause.
A personal plan
What can help?
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Get emergency help
Follow dispatcher instructions.
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Confirm the injury
Imaging and examination guide treatment.
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Follow specialist care
Stability determines whether bracing or surgery is needed.
The role of support
Where a brace or splint fits in
Possible roles depend on the device, diagnosis and fit.
- A prescribed rigid device can limit movement in selected fractures.
- Specialist fitting supports the protection plan.
- Follow-up checks help assess alignment, fit and healing.
Support has limits. A soft collar is not fracture immobilization. Do not fit, remove or adjust a prescribed device without instructions.
Need a prescribed device?
Confirm the device and fitting plan with your team. Everyday sleeves and straps are not equivalent substitutes.
Your next step
Ask which support, activities and fit suit your needs.
Fit and wearing schedule
Follow the specific instructions and your clinician’s plan. Check side, size and coverage. Do not alter prescribed device settings.