Optimising Patient Experience in Head and Neck Radiotherapy

The conventional closed face mask is a standard of care immobilization device for head and neck cancer patients which covers and immobilizes the entire anterior portion of the patients head, neck and shoulders using a semi rigid thermoplastic material.

The 5 point open face mask is a type of immobilization device for head and neck cancer patients which does not cover the patients face or chest. The device uses a semi rigid thermoplastic material and covers from the superior aspect of the patients head to the level of their clavicle.

The 3 point open face mask is a type of immobilization device for head and neck cancer patients which does not cover the patients face. The device uses a semi rigid thermoplastic material and covers from the superior aspect of the patients head to the below the patients chin. The three point mask does not cover the patients shoulders and does not extend inferiorly to the level of the clavicle.