RIGHT PILLOW FOR BACK SLEEPERS

RIGHT PILLOW FOR BACK SLEEPERS

from the article 'What’s the Right Pillow for You?'
By Bonnie McCarthy, Special to Lifescript
Published January 30, 2011

Back Sleepers

In this position, an unsupportive pillow or no pillow at all may place unnecessary pressure on the back and the joints between the vertebrae.

But a stack of pillows can cause injury too, Zanzana warns. If it makes your head jut farther forward than normal, you’ll get pain and tightness in your neck.

For back sleepers, she recommends memory foam, which molds to the neck’s natural curve. Denser pillows tend to be more supportive, but they’re also more expensive.

Another option is a water pillow, which has a water-filled base sandwiched between polyester filling. Just add water to achieve the desired pillow height.

Both types of pillows offer consistent support, even when you change positions.

Also, placing a second pillow under your knees – such as a bolster (tube-shaped pillow), half-bolster or wedge – can alleviate pressure on the lower back.

MY THOUGHTS

if you're wondering....

here's a memory pillow from bracesupport.com

a water pillow from zimbio.com

and a bolster from seattlehomesmag.com