Implementation and Evaluation of a Dynamic Neck Brace Rehabilitation Device Prototype.

Rehabilitation assistive devices for head/neck pain treatment cannot allow dynamic changes in position and orientation of the head/neck. Moreover, such devices can neither be used simultaneously nor can they assess the patients' head/neck conditions. This paper aims at designing and implementing a novel dynamic head/neck brace that provides static and dynamic support and/or traction at symmetric and asymmetric positions.