Abstract: A neck supporting device comprises a neck support having two ends which, in use, are positioned at least approximately along the sides of the neck of a user, a waist strap which, in use, extends at least approximately around the waist of the user, and connectors to connect the neck support with the waist strap. In a possible embodiment the connectors comprise two strap portions which, in use, each from a separate end of the neck support, first cross over each other across the chest and then across the back of the user and can be reciprocally fastened at least approximately on the belly, simultaneously forming the waist strap. In another possible embodiment the waist strap is a separate part of the neck supporting device, and the connecting means comprise two strap portions which, each from a separate end of the neck support, can be fastened to the waist strap. The two strap portions can be reciprocally coupled by a clip member which, in use, is positioned at least approximately on the chest of the user.

Abstract: A neck supporting device comprising a neck support for supporting the back of the neck and the back lower part of the head of a wearer, and two connecting straps for, each from a respective end of the neck support, connecting the neck support to a body harness such that, in use, the connecting straps are directed to the lower torso of the wearer. The neck support includes a semi-rigid member having a curvature adapted to the curvature of the back of the neck and the back lower part of the head when the head is positioned in a non-tilted position with respect to the wearer's torso. The neck supporting device may comprise a waist belt as the body harness or may be adapted for fastening to a car safety belt as the body harness.

Abstract: The invention relates to an orthesis for the prevention and/or treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome, comprising a substantially rigid hand fixation brace having two ends, one of which is provided with a part to be fastened to the wrist and underarm while the other is provided with a finger coupling part. The finger coupling part which is formed as a finger supporting brace, preferably only engages the index and middle finger, while the top of the finger supporting brace is open to allow finger movement in the upward direction.