Bloc-Head ® Cervical Immobilization Device
The Bloc-Head® Cervical Immobilization Device is constructed from water-resistant and wax-impregnated cardboard.
Movable stops ensure proper fit. Yellow adhesive strap included.
Features and Benefits:
- Restricts flexion, extension and rotation to immobilize the cervical spine.
- Constructed from water-resistant and wax-impregnable cardboard for use in adverse conditions.
- Movable side stops ensure proper fit.
- Essentially flat to efficiently manage storage where space is limited.
- Yellow adhesive strap included.
- X-ray, CT and MRI lucent.
- Disposable design.
Sizes:
One size fits all
Application:
- Proper application of the Bloc-Head is important for immobilization and patient comfort. The one-piece design consists of a single piece with a yellow adhesive strap which is packaged as a unit.
- Always maintain the patient's head in neutral alignment. These directions are guidelines only; follow a qualified healthcare provider's instructions.
Bloc-Head CID
- Remove plastic tape from Bloc-Head base (underside) and position on proper, clean surface (backboard).
- Place under patient's head and align opening with patient's ears.
- Press down on Bloc-Head base to secure. If required, fasten base to surface with additional tape.
- Fold both Bloc-Head side supports inward and attach Velcro loop to hook fastener on Bloc-Head base.
Yellow Strap
- Peel off outside papers - do not remove center paper.
- Press center paper against patient's forehead.
- Secure head to backboard.
Removal:
Before removing the Bloc-Head, mark the position of the Yellow adhesive strap and side support locations to ensure re-application maintains the proper fit.
With the Collar secured on the patient, unfasten the Yellow adhesive strap. Release the side supports and remove the patient from the Bloc-Head.
NOTE: This product is disposable and recommended for single patient use. Discard after use. Do not reuse on multiple patients. Follow a qualified healthcare provider's instructions regarding usage and infection control.