I’m of a similar opinion to Nik and TJ on this one. If it’s required, I wear as thin a collar as possible. If it’s not required, I don’t wear one. I honestly feel safer without it. Neck collars are designed to keep the head from moving too much to prevent injuries like whiplash, and most don’t do a very good job of that. They’re not designed to dissipate any energy, and in some impacts can actually do the opposite, directing it and concentrating force into the neck. Like Davin said, there is no clinical or even anecdotal evidence to support the use of a neck collar. In my experience, the best thing you can do to protect your neck, head, and collar bones, is to strengthen your neck.
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