What’s incorrect about the way traditional bed pillows position your head and neck?
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If your pillow doesn’t keep your head at the correct level, it is likely you will experience back and neck pain.
1. A pillow with incorrect loft (thickness) will position your head too high or low.
If your pillow is too thin, your neck may bend downward at an awkward angle. Conversely, if it’s too thick, your neck bends unnaturally upward. Both situations can cause pain.
2. A pillow that’s too soft will inconsistently support your head and neck.
Traditional soft bed pillows filled with down or polyester foam often collapse under pressure and cannot support your head adequately throughout the entire night.
Additionally, a soft pillow won’t provide the best lateral support your head. A soft pillow filling will change shape under the weight of your head and won’t prevent your head from turning left or right, particularly if you’re a back sleeper. This will result in lateral twists that can cause pain.
To get better rest, consider an orthopaedic pillow.
If your head is supported in a neutral position, the muscles in your neck and back will be able to completely relax. Pressure on your discs and muscles will be diminished and, as a result, you’ll get better rest. Orthopaedic pillows can offer superior support for your head and neck, allowing you to get the best rest possible. Sleep more deeply and wake up with less pain and stiffness. The therapeutic design of this pillow adapts to your head, neck and shoulders to provide the enhanced support and gentle alignment you need, plus the comfort you want.
Benefit:
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By providing proper neck support, cervical pillows can help with:
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Neck muscle and joint strains and sprains
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Tension headaches
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Whiplash injuries
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Arthritis
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Morning hand stiffness and swelling
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Temporomandibular disorders
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Stiffness
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Snoring (in some cases)
