The Instructions for use must be read and
understood before attempting to use the device.
Every component of the HeadUp is
designed to be customised to the patients’
needs and should not be used direct from
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the HeadUp Collar and Support Struts must
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professional.
Putting on and taking off the HeadUp Collar will be
easier with a relative/carer assisting.
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of this device must read and understand the
Instructions for Use prior to applying the HeadUp
Collar and Support Struts.
Care should be taken to instruct the user and carer
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“Fitting Instructions”.
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HeadUp Collar should ensure that the HeadUp
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head Support, but not lead to discomfort or
unexpected issues such as light-headedness.
If any pressure points can be felt from the location
of the HeadUp Support Struts, adjust/reposition
them slightly to alleviate the load on tissues.
The HeadUp Collar should never dig in or
cause pain. Consult your medical team if
this occurs.
In the case of an emergency the
HeadUp Collar should be removed
prior to performing CPR.
For removal it is not required to detach the HeadUp
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Collar before each use.
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deterioration of the HeadUp Support Struts
or HeadUp Snood. 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
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instructions.
If in doubt, please refer to your medical
team treating you for advice before using or
modifying the HeadUp Collar.
If users have sensitive skin, a small
proportion may experience minor irritation
from the HeadUp Collar material. Prior
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visual inspection of the area made to ensure
no skin reaction has taken place.
In the unlikely event that if while wearing
the HeadUp Collar, that any of the following
issues are experienced: Discomfort / skin
irritation / light-headedness – the HeadUp
Collar must be removed. If symptoms do
not resolve swiftly after its removal, contact
your medical team treating you for advice.
If any continued symptoms are experienced
following use of the HeadUp Collar, please
contact your medical team treating you.
The HeadUp Collar and its Support Struts
must not be brought into close proximity or
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or electrical heating element.
The HeadUp Collar is not recommended for
use whilst smoking
General Instructions
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HeadUp Collar
Instruction Manual
