How Sleep Posture Affects Neck Pain?
May 20, 2024 | Written by SleepyCat Team
Ever wake up with a stiff neck, wondering what you did to deserve it? The majority of neck pain sufferers associate it with hunching over desks or staring down at screens for too long. While that is correct, did you know how you sleep could also be causing these persistent aches? The way we sleep plays a significant role in neck pain too. It is highly important that your neck gets an adequate amount of support and is at a neutral angle while you sleep. An unsuitable sleep pillow could be a huge contributor to neck pain. Let us help you decide which kind of neck pillow you should use for fresh, happy, and pain-free mornings.
Back Sleepers: Finding Balance with Medium Support Pillows
Imagine you come home from a hard day’s work in the summer. You’ve taken a bath and now to lie down on your bed with CoolTEC™ Memory Foam Pillow. The medium firm pillow gives your neck an adequate amount of support required. Plus, the CoolTEC™ fabric keeps your head cool and ensures you sleep peacefully. This way, you wake up refreshed and pain-free. A memory foam pillow is always an excellent choice to get optimal contoured support throughout the night.
Side Sleepers: Firm Pillows for Proper Neck and Spine Alignment
If you’re a side sleeper, chances are your head is hanging down a lot while you sleep. That’s why side sleepers should look for a thicker pillow to fill the gap between the head and shoulder, to maintain proper alignment. A cooling, orthopedic sleep pillow like The Contour CoolTEC™️ Memory Foam Pillow will reduce pressure on your neck and body. Using a good neck pillow can not only help you sleep better but will also help ease your neck pain.
Stomach Sleepers: The Thin Pillow Dilemma and Innovative Solutions
Stomach sleepers are known for sleeping without pillows. Hence, it is highly recommended that they shouldn’t use a big & heavy sleep pillow. Using one can cause potential strain on the neck and back. It is better to use a thin pillow or no pillow at all to minimize neck rotation as this position puts the least amount of stress on the spine and neck. As luck would have it, the Slim Pillow is designed just for you. It is a sleep pillow for those who don’t use pillows but just need a little bit of support.
Finding the perfect neck pillow for your sleep style can be overwhelming, but fear not. The SleepyCat Pillow Recommender takes the guesswork out of the equation. By answering a few simple questions about your preferred sleeping position and firmness preference, you’ll discover the ideal pillow tailored just for you.
Conclusion
Say goodbye to neck pain by investing in the best sleep pillow for neck pain that you can find. And remember, it’s not just about the neck pillow and how you sleep but also what you do when you’re awake. Incorporate gentle neck stretches and exercises into your daily routine to alleviate tension and improve flexibility. Your neck will thank you for it. So, here’s to nights of restful sleep and waking up rejuvenated.
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