Abstract: The restraining and supporting device for the head of a patient comprises a head immobilizing contraption connected to the operating table, arm and hand supports for the surgeon, wherein the hand supports are fixed to the head immobilizing contraption through flexible arms, also provided with elements releasing or tightening the flexible arms, which elements are fitted to one of the fingers of the surgeon's hand, or interconnected with hand and/or foot switch. The head immobilizing contraption consists of nape support provided with a three-point bearing for the head and can be set at an adjustable height. A front support clamps down the head into the nape support and is connected to the nape support through a hinged mechanism. The flexible arms are attached to the front support of the head immobilizing contraption.