Trusted by 50k+ athletes

Helps protect the brain. Trusted by athletes.

FDA-cleared and proven to help protect the brain from impacts during sports.

What is the Q-Collar?

Better protect the brain from repetitive head impacts.

Reduce Brain Movement

Lightweight Comfort

Backed by Science

FSA/HSA Eligible

Free Size Exchanges

FDA-Cleared Technology

Backed by science.

The Q-Collar isn’t just innovative - it’s scientifically validated by leading institutions.

  • Cincinnati Children
  • Boston Children
  • NorthShore University HealthSystem
  • West Virginia University
  • University of Toronto

Proven by data

Proven to achieve a 66% reduction in the likelihood of brain damage from contact sports over a season of play.

Backed by independent studies

Supported by 25+ peer-reviewed, independent research studies.

Trusted by the best

Worn by hundreds of pro & NCAA athletes.

Trusted by parents

Better protect their future

My son likes his Q-Collar. He plays tackle on his high school football team here in Texas and ends up on the ground from time to time. Coupled with his Axiom helmet, I believe that the Q-Collar gives him extra protection. We try to provide him all the safety equipment we can to protect him and his future.

Stacey S.

Verified buyer

My son started wearing the Q Collar after the first two games of the season. Since wearing the Q Collar he has not had any headaches or felt like he had his 'bell rung'. He wears it all the time for practice and games. He is a running back and linebacker and I'm so happy he has this added protection.

Charity L.

Verified buyer

My son thinks the Q-Collar is very comfortable and easy to play in. He is a lacrosse goalie and occasionally takes shots off the helmet, so the Q-Collar gives me peace of mind that he is getting the best protection out there!

Kelly A.

Verified buyer

Everything from ordering to product has been wonderful. You can't put a price on the brain.

Timothy P.

Verified buyer

Life long keeper for soccer and she tells me that she doesn't realize it's even there. Very subtle but very effective. Her wearing it makes myself and wife very happy.

Ben S.

Verified buyer

My son has had 2 football related concussions over the past 2 years so we were excited to try something that offered more protection. He said the Q collar was comfortable and he hardly noticed he was wearing it after his first practice. One thing we noticed immediately was the decline in the number of headaches he was getting throughout the season and we attribute that to the Q collar.

Jenifer M.

Verified buyer

The Q Collar was just what we needed for an added layer of protection and peace of mind for both me and my son! Well made, and support is excellent to work with if any problems arise. Absolutely recommend!

Betty H.

Verified buyer

Gives me some peace of mind knowing that I'm supporting my son's safety while still allowing him to play the sport he loves!

Danae W.

Verified buyer

My son really likes this collar. He says that it's not uncomfortable and that he notices a difference in the impact when his head gets hit.

Jamie D.

Verified buyer

My son is a lineman so he literally has contact on every play. Since using the Q-collar, he says his head feels better and notices a difference when he forgets to wear it.

Justin C.

Verified buyer

After sustaining 1 concussion last season, we purchased the Q-Collar for our linebacker. He is a very physical player and the Q-Collar allows him another layer of protection and confidence when big plays happen. As his parent, it provides some peace of mind that we're using science based technology to help protect our kiddo!

Dana S.

Verified buyer

My son wore it for the first time at a lacrosse tournament this past weekend. He played confidently and I was able to relax knowing he had an added layer of protection.

Shannon G.

Verified buyer

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How does it work?

Protect the brain from repetitive head impacts.

The Problem - Brain Slosh

Hits can make your brain bounce inside your skull. That movement, called “slosh”, is what causes injury.

The Solution - Gentle Pressure

The Q-Collar presses lightly on the neck, increasing blood volume and reducing brain slosh.

Keeps the Brain Locked In

Like a seatbelt for your brain, the Q-Collar helps keep it in place. Less movement = lower risk of injury.

Backed by Science

Proven in 25+ independent studies from top institutions like Cincinnati Children’s and Boston Children’s.

Worn by pros

Tony Pollard

Running Back, Tennessee Titans

Omar Gonzalez

Center Back, Chicago Fire

Michael Sowers

Attackman, Philadelphia Waterdogs

Drue Tranquill

Linebacker, Kansas City Chiefs

Alex Aust-Holman

Attack, Maryland Charm

Real customers,
real reviews

Know Q-Collar

Better protect the brain from repetitive head impacts.

The Q-Collar is a simple and safe device that applies light pressure to the neck. This pressure causes a partial occlusion to the jugular veins and a slight increase of blood volume inside the head and helps reduce the brain’s movement upon impact, which is the primary cause of brain injury. Similar to a seatbelt in a car, the Q-Collar helps to keep the brain more secure during impacts.

"FDA-Cleared” reflects the highest level of review and authorization by the FDA for a non-invasive, low-risk device like the Q-Collar.

The FDA reserves use of the word “approved” for high-risk devices, such as a pacemaker. Following its thorough evaluation of the independent research, the FDA announced that the Q-Collar (a Class 2 medical device) safely and effectively “provides an additional piece of protective equipment athletes can wear when playing sports to help protect their brains from the effects of repetitive head impacts.”

The Q-Collar is designed for any sport or activity where an athlete aged 13+ is at risk of head impacts.

To date, we know of athletes wearing the Q-Collar in football, lacrosse, soccer, hockey, skiing, snowboarding, basketball, volleyball, track & field, bobsled, skeleton, luge, equestrian, rugby, baseball, softball, field hockey, water polo, bull riding, surfing, roller derby, car racing, MMA, boxing & other combat sports!

The Q-Collar is designed to not interfere with existing equipment. It sits comfortably below any helmets and above any shoulder pads (and fits comfortably under a hockey athlete’s existing neck guard). It has no impact on the effectiveness or usage of your other equipment.

You may exchange or return your Q-Collar at no charge for the right size within thirty (30) days of receipt. Return shipping and handling are included.

Vernon Davis | Q-Collar

I’m thankful I had the chance to wear the Q-Collar and only wish I had technology like this when I was younger.

It’s an added layer of protection for athletes in every practice and every game.

Vernon Davis
Retired NFL Tight End