TALARMADE HeadUp Collar Instruction Manual

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HeadUp Collar

Instruc�on Manual

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Intended Use

The HeadUp Collar is designed to provide supplementary head and

weakness.

Indications for Use

The HeadUp Collar is recommended for use by individuals experiencing

alignment/control

Contraindications

The HeadUp Collar must not be used:

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neck support for people with head control issues or cervical muscular

any of the following conditions:

• Head Drop

• Neuromuscular Torticollis

• Neck extensor muscular weakness

• Conditions requiring neck support and improved

• for treatment of individuals with severe fixed deformity

• over open wounds that may come in to contact with the HeadUp

•

unstable cervical fractures

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Warnings and Precautions

• Visually check the HeadUp Collar for signs of excessive wear.

• The Instructions for Use must be read and

understood before using the device.

• It is recommended that the initial fitting of the
HeadUp Collar and Support Struts be carried out by a
qualified healthcare professional.

•• Putting on and taking off the HeadUp Collar will be easier with a

relative / carer assisting.

The relative/carer must read and understand the

Instructions for Use prior to applying
Support Struts.

• Care should be taken to instruct the user and carer
on the correct fitting procedure as shown under “Fitting
Instructions”.

• During the initial fitting the individual applying the HeadUp
Collar should ensure that the HeadUp Collar is fitted securely
enough to provide postural head support, but not lead to
discomfort or unexpected issues such as light-headednes

• If any pressure points can be felt from the location of the
Support Struts , move them slightly to alleviate the
load on tissues.

the HeadUp Collar and

s.

• The HeadUp Collar should never dig in or cause pain.

• In the case of an emergency the HeadUp Collar should be

removed prior to performing CPR.

• For quick removal it is not required to detach the
Support Struts first.

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Warnings and Precautions

• Do not use if there is significant damage / deterioration of
the HeadUp Support Struts or HeadUp Collar.

• The amount of support provided by the HeadUp Support
Struts will reduce over time. When the Support Struts no
longer provide the required amount of support they must be
replaced with new Support Struts following the fitting
instructions.

• If in doubt please refer back to your medical team treating
you bef

ore using or modifying the HeadUp

Collar.

•

If users have sensitive skin, a small proportion may
experience minor irritation from the HeadUp Collar material.
Prior to fitting the Support Struts , the HeadUp

Collar should be fitted to the user for a short period first, then
removed and a visual inspection of the area made to ensure no
skin reaction has taken place.

•

In the unlikely event that if while
Collar, that any of the following issues are experienced:
Discomfort / skin irritation / light
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must be removed.

If symptoms do not resolve swiftly after its removal, contact your

wearing the HeadUp

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headedness –

the HeadUp

medical team treating you for advice. If any continued
symptoms are experienced following use of the HeadUp

please contact your

eadUp Collar or its Support Struts must not be

•

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allowed close to or be brought into contact with any form of

medical team treating you

naked flame or electrical heating element.

•

The HeadUp Collar is not recommended for use whilst
smoking.

.

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In the Box

Fig.
No.

Description

Part No.:

Quantity

Device Identifier
No.:

Fig.1

HeadUp Collar - Medium

HU-RFC/M

1

5055204324969

Fig.2

A Frame –

Medium Support,

HU-RAF/2

1

5055204324945

Fig.3

A Frame – Firm Support,

HU-RAF/3

1

5055204324952

Fig.4

Left Z Strut - Medium Support,
(2mm thick)

HU-RZS/2L

1

5055204325027

Fig.5

Right Z Strut - Medium Support,
(2mm thick)

HU-RZS/2R

1

5055204325034

Fig.6

Left Z Strut - Firm Support,

HU-RZS/3L

1

5055204325041

Fig.7

Right Z Strut - Firm Support,

HU-RZS/3R

1

5055204325058

Fig.8

Standard 8mm Strut –

HU-RSS/2

2

5055204324983

Fig.9

Standard 8mm Strut –

HU-RSS/3

2

5055204324990

Fig.10

Wide 16mm Strut –

HU-RWS/2

2

5055204325003

Fig.11

Wide 16mm Strut –

HU-RWS/3

2

5055204325010

Fig.12

HeadUp component pouch

HU-RFR

1

5055204324976

(2mm thick)

(3mm thick)

(3mm thick)

(3mm thick)

Medium Support, ( 2mm thick)

Firm Support, (3mm thick)

Medium Support, ( 2mm thick)

Firm Support, (3mm thick)

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Fig.1

Fig.4, 6
Fig.5, 7

Fig.12

Fig.8, 9

Fig. 2, 3

Fig.10, 11

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Fitting Instructions

Putting on and taking off the HeadUp Collar will be easier with an

assistant; please ask them to read the instructions for use in full first.

Applying the HeadUp Collar

• Step 1 – Align the chin profile of the HeadUp Collar facing
forwards as shown. Cup the user’s chin with the chin profile and
apply a gentle rearwards pull to the HeadUp Collar.

• Step 2 – Draw the two edges of the HeadUp Col
the back of the neck.

• Step 3 – Secure the HeadUp Collar at the back of the
neck/head using the hook and loop fastener, working from the
centre downwards.

• Step 4 – Some fine adjustment may be required. Ensure that
the HeadUp Collar is sufficiently snug to provide support, whilst
remaining comfortable for the wearer.

lar to overlap at

Do not leave the wearer of the HeadUp Collar after applic

without ensuring correct fitment and user comfort.

If while wearing the HeadUp Collar any of the following issues are
experienced: Discomfort / skin irritation / light-headedness – the
HeadUp Collar must be removed.

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Support Struts until comfortable).

Applying the HeadUp Support Struts

• The HeadUp Collar comes with 4 different shape Support
Struts in 2 different thickness es, Medium support (2mm), Firm
support (3mm).

• Each Support Strut can be attached to the HeadUp Collar
using the MicroGrip fastening.

• The HeadUp Support Struts should be applied to provide the
appropriate level of support or correction needed for the
particular activity being undertaken.

• Th

e HeadUp Support Struts
they are applied (If needed the Support Struts can be
warmed gently with a hair dryer to allow them to be moulded
more easily).

Protective gloves should be worn whilst heating and moulding

the HeadUp Support Struts.

Do not heat the HeadUp Support Struts whilst attached to the

HeadUp Collar.

can be bent into shape as

The HeadUp Collar or its Support Struts must not be allowed
close to or be brought into contact with any form of naked flame or
electrical heating element.

Do not overheat the Support Struts.

• The Support Struts can be added / removed to
provide different levels of support / protection as required by
each patient.

• The applied Support Struts should never dig in or
cause pain / discomfort. (if this occurs reposition or remould the

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Removing the HeadUp Collar

When to Consult a Healthcare Professional

in doubt please refer back to your medical team treating you..

• Step 1 – Separate the hook and loop fastening closure at the
back of the HeadUp Collar.

• Step 2 – Stretch apart the two free HeadUp Collar edges, and
draw the HeadUp Collar forward while easing any Support
Struts away from the head and neck.

• Step 3 – Move chin profile down and away from user’s chin to
complete removal.

Support Struts do not need to be removed unless for
washing or fit modification.

For quick removal it is not necessary to detach the Support

The HeadUp Collar should be removed if any of the following

issues are experienced:

• Discomfort

• Skin irritation

• light-headedness

If any continued adverse symptoms are experienced following use of

the HeadUp Collar please contact the medical team treating you.

Before making any change to the fit or support level of the

HeadUp Collar , ensure that you have read in full HeadUp instructions

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Care and Cleaning Instructions

• No specific maintenance of the HeadUp Collar is required.

only and leave to air dry.

• The user should visually inspect the integrity of the HeadUp
Collar and in particular its Support Struts before each use.

Do not use if any damage is apparent

can be purchased from the Talarmade website.

• Periodically the HeadUp Collar assembly, which is worn next to
the skin (Fig.1), will require washing.

removed first.

Collar and Support

• If machine-washing the HeadUp Collar, use the “delicates”

• Do not use bleach.

• Do not tumble dry.

• Do not iron any part of the HeadUp Collar or the Support

• Do not machine wash the Support Struts.

All HeadUp S upport

Refer to th

e Fitting Instructions to re-apply the HeadUp

cycle setting at low temperature (30 degrees Celsius) and a low
spin speed. Leave to air dry.

Struts.

If required, hand wash S
HeadUp Collar using lukewarm water with a gentle detergent

Struts after washing.

Struts (Fig.2

upport Struts separately from the

–

-11) should be

replacement parts

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Spare and Accessories

For spares and accessories please visit shop.talarmade.com

Size Guide

For size information please visit www.talarmade.com

Additional Guidance and Training

For additional guidance and training resources please visit

www.talarmade.com

Disposal

The HeadUp Collar and Support Struts should be disposed of as
General Waste.

Terms and Conditions

For terms and conditions please visit www.talarmade.com

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Contact Information for HeadUp Collar

Address: TalarMade Ltd. Springwood House, Foxwood Way,

Chesterfield, United Kingdom. S41 9RN

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web: www.TalarMade.com

Email:

for orders: [e-mail]
or for more information: [e-mail]

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