Question 1

What pillow is right for side sleepers?

Accepted Answer

It is recommended for side sleepers to choose a medium to higher pillow. This ensures the neck and head are supported in a neutral position while sleeping. Back sleepers should sleep on a lower profile pillow. Smaller framed people should choose a softer pillow while larger framed people should choose a firmer density pillow.

Question 2

How should a side sleeper sleep?

Accepted Answer

A side sleeper should be lying on their side using a pillow that supports the head and neck to maintain the spine is in a neutral position. Sleeping on your side with your knees slightly bent supports your head and neck while relieving pressure on your lower back.

Question 3

What firmness is best for side sleepers?

Accepted Answer

The firmness of a pillow for a side sleeper depends on your body type. A small framed person should choose a softer density pillow while a larger framed person should choose a medium to firm density pillow. This will ensure the contour of the pillow provides you with the right support throughout the night.

Question 4

How many pillows should a side sleeper use?

Accepted Answer

Side sleepers only need one supportive pillow under their head. More than one can disrupt the head and neck alignment and cause pain through your body. For maximum comfort and alignment side sleepers may place a pillow between their knees to keep the spine completely straight.

Question 5

What is the problem with side sleepers?

Accepted Answer

Although sleeping on your side has the most beneficial effects, there is an increased risk of shoulder pain. Your shoulder placement may cause misalignment in the spine, therefore it is important to ensure that you have a supportive pillow that is high enough to keep your head and neck in a natural line.

Question 6

Where do I put my pillows when I sleep on my side?

Accepted Answer

Side sleepers should make sure their pillow fits under their head and fills the whole space to the shoulder. This allows the pillow to support the neck to the top of the head. This will ensure maximum support and keep the correct anatomical alignment of the spine while sleeping.

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