A poor night’s rest can make for a horrible day ahead, especially if you’re dealing with neck pain from using the wrong pillow. Pillows are meant to provide both support and comfort, and when they are doing neither, it’s time to search for a new pillow.
Pillows are meant to prop up the head, neck, and shoulders to help relieve pressure, but pillows are also meant to provide you with comfort while you sleep. When lying on your back, a pillow should maintain a height of 4 to 6 inches and should properly support the head and neck. If a pillow is too low to the bed, the neck muscles can become strained.
It can be difficult to find the perfect pillow from shopping alone, so it may become a process of trial and error. If a pillow feels comfortable and is helping you get a good night’s sleep, it’s probably the correct pillow for you.
If you suffer from neck pain or you have cervical spine problems, a cervical or orthopedic neck pillow may be an appropriate choice for you. These types of pillows are contoured to fill the spaces under the head and neck. They provide extra support under the neck while you sleep. Neck pillows can also be great for people a whiplash type of injury, a pinched nerve in the neck, a herniated disc or bulging disc in the neck, or arthritis in the cervical spine.
Your perfect pillow should also adjust based on your sleeping position. A pillow should mold to each person’s individual shape. You should also decide if you like a cool pillow containing cotton, or a warm pillow containing flannel. Each and every person is different and the key to a good night’s rest is finding a pillow that helps you sleep well!
If you suffer from neck pain on a daily basis and you know it’s not caused by your pillow, please contact Premier Health Chiropractors. Chiropractic care could be the solution method for you. Our licensed chiropractors can help you to get to the bottom of your neck pain in a natural way. Take the first step in reducing or treating your body aches and pains and contact Premier Health Chiropractors today.
If you are suffering from an injury such as whiplash or a sports injury, or if you are dealing with arthritis, headaches, muscle spasms, wrist pain, or another condition that you’d like resolved in a natural and painless way, a chiropractor at Premier Health can help. Call us today to schedule an appointment at our Minneapolis, Plymouth, St. Paul, South St. Paul, or St. Louis Park locations.