Struggling to get a decent nights sleep or find your self tossing and turning trying to get comfortable?
Most people spend at least one-third of their lives with their head on a pillow. The older you get, the more you realise the importance of having a good pillow.
Not only does the pillow need to be a good one, but it needs to be one that is suited to your body, your health, and the way that you sleep. Check out this list to learn more about how to choose a good pillow.
Pillows truly affect the way that you go about your day, and you probably aren’t even aware of this fact. Your pillow affects the way that your neck aligns with your spine, which can either alleviate or put more strain on your back and shoulders, affect headaches, and have an overall impact on how restful your sleep is. In order to determine the best pillow for you, consider the shape of your spine as well as the position you sleep in for most of the night.
Choosing the right pillow for your sleeping patterns
Back Sleepers
Those who spend most of the night lying flat on their backs should choose a flat, thin pillow that also supports the head and the spine. Wedge pillows are great for providing this support.
Side Sleepers
Those who spend most of the night lying on their sides need a contoured pillow that provides firm support. In most instances, it is healthy for side sleepers to place a pillow between their legs. This pillow allows the spine to stay in alignment, and will leave the back feeling less strain from sleeping on the side.
Stomach Sleepers
Stomach sleepers do not need much support for their head when sleeping. The thinner the pillow, the better, as this will prevent the head from rising too much and putting strain on the neck. In many instances, stomach sleepers will find comfort from placing a pillow under their stomachs to prevent lower back pain.
If you have any questions or require advice on the best types of pillows to purchase, please get in touch today by calling 01270 879379 or book an appointment at our showroom today.
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