Which device is used for cervical spine affection?

• A. Frog Cast
• B. Night Splint
• C. Internal Rotator Board
• D. Shantz Collar Brace

Answer: (D)

When aiming to treat problems in the neck, keeping the cervical spine still is crucial to protect the spinal cord and let tissues heal. A cervical collar brace like the Shantz collar is designed to immobilize the neck by limiting flexion, extension, and rotation, providing support on both the front and back of the neck. This stability helps reduce pain and movement at the injury site, which is essential after trauma, sprains, or in the early post-injury or post-operative period. The other devices are meant for different parts of the body or different problems: a frog cast is used to immobilize the lower limb or hip area in a frog-leg position, a night splint is typically used for foot/ankle conditions like plantar fasciitis by keeping the foot in a targeted position during sleep, and an internal rotator board is used in shoulder rehab to address internal rotation and scapular mechanics.