Abstract: A method and apparatus for immobilizing a head and neck of a patient on a support comprising sliding a base between the patient and the support or attaching device to support prior--until the center portion of a U-shaped headband affixed to the base abuts the top of the head of the patient, attaching the base to the support, positioning a first cushion attached to an end portion of the headband next to, and in contact with, one side of the head of the patient, securing the first cushion in position to the base with a first fastener, positioning a second cushion attached to the other end portion of the headband next to, and in contact with, the other side of the head, securing the second cushion in position to the base with a second fastener such that the central portion of the U-shaped headband is snug against the top of the head, and securing a chin strap cradling the chin of the patient by attaching the strap to the end portion of the U-shaped headband with a third fastener, thereby immobilizing the neck an