{"product_id":"balto-neck","title":"Balto® Neck – Rigid Neck Brace","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Balto® Neck is a rigid compression brace for the cervical spine — the neck. It supports dogs recovering from disc herniation and spinal injury, and manages the neurological problems that come from the neck and upper spine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the softer Neck Eco, this one is genuinely inflexible. It restricts unwanted movement and holds the neck steady, which is what a healing disc or an injured vertebra needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it helps with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCervical vertebrae conditions and injuries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCervical disc herniation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeurological conditions affecting the neck and upper spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArthritis and arthrosis of the neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprains and strains from whiplash, injury or sudden movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre- and post-surgical support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChronic neck pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtecting vertebral injuries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it's built\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne wide collar that fits two ways.\u003c\/strong\u003e The extended side can sit below the neck to support it from underneath, or flipped, run down the spine to support flexion and extension. Which way round depends on the movement you need to limit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRigid construction\u003c\/strong\u003e that restricts movement rather than simply padding it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable straps\u003c\/strong\u003e throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWears with a harness\u003c\/strong\u003e, so daily walks can continue where your vet allows them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-neoprene, like every Balto brace. Neoprene harbours bacteria, gives less support and breaks down quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNeck or Neck Eco?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery different jobs, despite the similar names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNeck\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rigid support brace for an injured or unstable cervical spine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNeck Eco\u003c\/strong\u003e is a soft behavioural collar — a cone alternative that stops a dog reaching a wound. It provides no cervical support at all.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your dog has a disc problem, you want this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlease involve your vet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical disc disease and spinal injury are serious. Sudden neck pain, a dog holding their head low and rigid, reluctance to look up, or any weakness in the legs needs prompt veterinary attention rather than a brace bought online. Use this because your vet has recommended support, not instead of getting a diagnosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA note on age\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for dogs of all ages unless your vet advises otherwise. For dogs under two, use in balanced intervals rather than continuously.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Balto","offers":[{"title":"XX-Small","offer_id":58578074534220,"sku":"BTNECKCATBLUECLASSIC","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Small","offer_id":58578074566988,"sku":"BTNECKXS","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small","offer_id":58578074599756,"sku":"BTNECKS","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":58578074632524,"sku":"BTNECKM","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":58578074665292,"sku":"BTNECKL","price":73.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Large","offer_id":58578074698060,"sku":"BTNECKXL","price":73.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/4042\/1964\/files\/61_05d2bbfe-7d0a-4adc-84f1-373bafc37284.png?v=1788002051","url":"https:\/\/www.poorly-pet.com\/products\/balto-neck","provider":"Poorly Pet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}