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Is Your Old Pillow a Pain in the Neck?
Very few people know that many pillows really need to be replaced every few years. Because pillows compress and get lumpy there is no way you can get a good night’s sleep once they are past their prime!
Do you wake up in the morning tired and terribly exhausted and with a dull ache in your neck? Maybe you have a hard time concentrating and focusing throughout the day as a result of neck pain or lack of sleep. If you’ve had trouble with neck pain it is likely because your pillow doesn’t support you and align your spine the way it should.
The best solution for your neck pain and discomfort is to discard your old pillow and replace it with a new one. You may opt for down feathered, poly-filled, or a foam-type pillow such as Temper Pedic makes. There are even buckwheat hull filled pillows you can choose as a replacement option!Whatever pillow you choose, quality is what will deliver the comfort that will grant you a better night’s sleep.
While pillow shopping, you’re likely to find pillows that cost less, but peaceful rest is worth the price of quality if you’ve been experiencing insomnia, an aching back or neck pain. Every major hotel and resort around the world stocks quality pillows as guests’ comfort is their top priority. If you’ve ever wondered about the great night’s sleep you’ve gotten while on the road, it could be the pillow that’s the reason just as much if not more than the mattress.
There are several factors that will help you choose a quality pillow when it is time for replacement.
First, consider the material and any known allergies you might have. Second, consider the style of pillow that will be most comfortable. Foam material pillows are specially designed for individuals requiring a therapeutic sleep posture for health reasons and sleep comfort. Even if there are no medical conditions affecting your sleep position, you may simply prefer the comfort foam pillows provide. Others find a soft, plump down-filled pillow most comfortable. You may need to try out several different types of pillows before you find the ideal choice for you.
Be sure to select the right pillow size so that your head is neither too high nor too low, as this can put stress on the neck and actually inhibit breathing. Size selections of pillows range considerably, from smaller sizes such as 15 x 10 x 2.5 inches up to 34 x 14 x 4 inches. Standard size pillows generally measure 25 x 19 inches.
How often will you need to replace your pillow? It depends on your sleep style and of course, the type and quality of the pillow you buy. Nearly all well-made Pillows will last several years. Some pillows will last up to 15 years! Check with the manufacturer of the pillow for details about how long it will last.
No matter what type of pillow you decide on, one thing is guaranteed. Once you lay your head down on a supportive new pillow you will never hang on to an old one again!
Ray La Foy
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Are there mattress tops for only HALF of a twin mattress?
I’m moving in with my lady and she has a twin tempur-pedic mattress that she loves and I totally can’t stand. Is there a mattress pillow top that would cover only half the bed because I don’t think she wants to have anything extra added to her side but I sure do. Any other suggestions?
No, but you can buy one of the foam toppers and then cut it in half (they sell them at places like Bed Bath & Beyond)
what is the difference between memory foam and tempur pedic?
besides the price difference? i felt the Pillows and they feel the same.
Hi, Tempur was first developed by NASA to relieve the pressures of G-forces during lift-off for astronauts. A Swedish company then invested in a new Tempur to be used in mattresses that resulted in Tempurpedic mattresses. http://www.bestratedmattresses.com/Tempurpedic-mattress.html They were the first and are a good product but do have a hefty price tag.Others entered into the memory foam market and some are better and some are not as good. As with any product buy within your budget.http://www.bestratedmattresses.com/memory-foam-mattress.html Hope this helps.
How can I accelerate healing of a soft tissue injury?
Due to improper posture sitting at the computer, I injured soft tissue in the back of my thigh. I have gone to physical therapy and had an MRI done. Doctors tell me that the wound has healed, but I still feel an incrementally stinging sensation when sitting. In fact, the pain has gone down significantly after over a year has passed. Today, the pain is confined locally to just below my left cheek around the hamstring.
I sit on a tempur-pedic pillow, regularly stretch and exercise and massage the area. Still, I feel this mild, yet uncomfortable sensation when sitting.
Would anyone have suggestions about how to accelerate the healing of whatever is causing this pain?
try stretching it will help alot. but dont try to stretch too hard because it will actually make it worse