Abstract: A soft neck support collar is disclosed comprising two detached, superposed tubular ring elements which are connected at their respective ends, and are insertably and retractably secured within a flexible and removable outer sleeve. The tubular ring elements contain a soft fill material, and the combined effect of the fill material together with their tubular configuration, enables the collar to appropriately adjust for lateral, forward and backward neck movements. In addition to restricting neck mobility, the collar will self adjust for neutral positioning of the chin and neck.Use of the sleeve enables the use of a greater range of tubular sizes, and provides for adjustable configurations. When necessary or desired, the addition of one or more smaller tubular elements on either side of the tubular ring elements can impart greater stiffness to the ring elements for a given neck position.

Abstract: An improved lumbar spine support including an anterior and a posterior section form-fitted around the corresponding torso areas. These sections are connectable by flexible fabric panels and a strap arrangement in opposing position tightly against the torso. The anterior section includes a V-shaped indentation which hydrostatically lifts the lower abdominal musculature inwardly and upwardly. The posterior section includes an elongated upright indentation having a laterally extending wider lower portion for centering and securing the posterior section over the lumbosacral area of the spine.