Why Are Head & Neck Positioners Important In The OR?

Why are neck and head positioners important for patients to use while in the operating room? The number one reason for positioning a patients head with a positioner in this situation is safety purposes. Many patients need support of their head and neck  to relieve pressure while going in to surgery.

Below are a few examples of a few different kinds of head and neck positioners we offer.

1. Head & Neck Support is an ideal positioner for general skull work. Dimensions are 6.5″ high x 10″ wide x 12″ long
2. Disposable Multi Ring Foam Cushion is an all purpose pressure reducing device that’s used in several surgical procedures as well as on nursing floors. The outside dimensions are 9″ diameter x 3″ thick.
3. Disposable Slotted Prone Head Foam Positioner – 8.5″ x 8″ x 4″ Thick has a soft flexible coating to provide comfort to patients, with 1″ deep slots for tubing. Dimensions are 8.5″ x 8″ x 4″ thick at the highest point, 3″thick at center.
4. Stealth Cote Circular Head Block is ideal for general skull work in general positioning, CT scan, MRI, nuclear medicine, and ultrasounds. Its proprietary “flared” angles offer significantly reduced artifacts during viewing.

Making sure patients are comfortable, safe and don’t develop pressure sores or pain. With our large selection of head and neck patient positioners, you’ll be able to find the support needed for your medical setting. Have any questions on this post? Let us know in the comment box below!