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Abstract

A two part cervical collar which comprises a pair of U-shaped body members which are adapted to be positioned in a mating face-to-face arrangement encircling the neck of the wearer, with the oppositely directed end portions of the members over-lapping each other. Each body member comprises a core of air permeable foam material having sufficient firmness to provide adequate support about the entire circumference of the wearer's head and neck. The core of each body member defines a smooth exterior surface which is in the form of a portion of a cylindrical surface, and the core is covered by a fabric which is smoothly bonded to the surface thereof. Also, strap means having Velcro type hook fastening means thereon is provided for releasably interconnecting the two mating members.

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