The Importance Of A Head And Neck Restraint

By Marcy Becker


A head and neck restraint is used to help reduce tension during a strong impact especially over a vehicle crash. They are mainly used in normal cars and race cars. This came to force after a law was put in place to have all vehicles fitted with restraint during manufacture. Head and neck restraints are used to resist top body parts from movement during an impact caused by a collision. During this impact many injuries in the on these parts are caused by the neck trying to contain massive force caused by this impact. Restraints help prevent discomfort and pain and also prevent you from injuries.

These restraints are significant to every person in a moving vehicle. They should be considered each and every time before a ride begins. When checking other parts of the car it is also important to make sure that all the restraints are in good condition. Through various investigations it has now been concluded that major injuries during a crash are not caused by the speed of the car but that of the collision.

The law recommends that every car manufacturer should fix either automatic, manual or even dynamic head restraints. Manual ones operate in a way that the user has to manually adjust the device according to his / her sitting position. The automatic ones auto adjusts when one changes the position. The dynamic type adjusts itself when a crash takes place.

A car comes with these restraints as recommended by law; there are various restraints like manual, automatic and dynamic. For some vehicles you have to move the restraints by yourself depending with your sitting position. Others come with automatic ones which change with a shift in seat position. For the dynamic one it adjusts during a crash.

Researches have also proven that some restraints do not work as expected hence it is advised to make sure that you have your own lab tested. It is important to have a sled test to be sure that the restraints are working. Sled test is important, go to the laboratory and study works to be sure they work well and right.

Seat belts are fitted in cars as a very important device. You should always buckle up before you start off on a ride whether it is a short or a long one. When a crush occurs, the seat belts hold the body in place while the neck and head restraint hold the mentioned parts safely. The manufacturer usually provides mounting instructions which should be followed very strictly.

Padding is a highly advisable venture. The pads are very important safety materials especially when they are thick and able absorb the impact. The material should have the capacity to absorb increased energy that comes with increased speed. The materials for padding should be hard, non-elastic and non-temperature dependant.

In conclusion you have been advised to make sure that you are prepared for the better during the crash. Make sure a head and neck restraint is fitted, working well and adjustable with any change. Sled test is advised and padding should be used as advised. The pad should be made from the right materials. When you are shopping for a car, safety and precaution measures should be key. There are many online stores with details about the vehicles they sell. Check every one of the pictures and information before you settle for your dream car.




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