for 10 days, any idea if i have to wear this thing in bed too, only i forgot to ask!!! Thanks
2007-10-20 10:12:11 · 6 answers · asked by jane 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
Usually you do, if your neck needs to be immobile for ten days then it must be very sore and painful. I would give the hospital a quick ring, or failing that phone NHS Direct pet.
2007-10-20 10:22:47 · answer #1 · answered by dozyllama 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm not altogether sure. But, the idea of the collar is to limit movement of your neck, giving the muscles and tendons a rest as well as support the weight of your head, which again takes the strain off the muscles and tendons. As an ex nurse I have seen patients wearing these collars in bed at night. Although lying down reduces stress to the neck, you still move, twist and turn in your sleep. The best thing to do is ask your GP who will know what sort of injury you had.
2007-10-20 10:23:45 · answer #2 · answered by purplepeace59 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have to be wear during the day, it may be a good idea to wear at night too.
2007-10-20 10:21:01 · answer #3 · answered by smile2082uk 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes you should,in case you do more damage to your neck,while tossing and turning while a sleep,but check with hospital for verification
2007-10-20 10:22:15 · answer #4 · answered by dellboy 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
was it fitted at hospital? I'd give them a call and ask them!!
2007-10-20 10:15:15 · answer #5 · answered by Sal*UK 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes you do.You have whiplash injury..
2007-10-20 10:26:34 · answer #6 · answered by taxed till i die,and then some. 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋