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Memory foam is really special because of its viscoelastic properties. This means it can perfectly fit the natural curve of your cervical spine, and regular pillows just can't do that. Think about down or polyester pillows. Over time, they get all flat. But high - density memory foam is different. It spreads your weight evenly and keeps a height of 3 - 4 inches. This height is really important. It helps fix the misalignment from your shoulders to your head. Clinical studies have found that for people with chronic pain, this even weight distribution can cut down on morning stiffness by 68%. Also, memory foam can sense your body heat. When you sleep on your side or on your back, it adjusts to support you in a way that stops your nerves from getting compressed.
When looking for a good cervical pillow, you want one with a wave - shaped design that's ergonomic and can be adjusted. If you're a side sleeper, you need a pillow that's 4.5 - 5.5 inches high. It should have deeper grooves to hold your head and keep your shoulders in the right place. Back sleepers do well with medium - firm pillows. These pillows have a little dip in the middle to stop your neck from bending forward. It's great if the pillow has removable parts so you can change how thick it is. A lot of people, about 73%, need to adjust their pillow within the first two weeks. If you get hot when you sleep, a cover made of breathable bamboo - derived rayon is a good choice. It can soak up moisture. This works well with the open - cell structure of the foam, which stops the heat from building up like it does in cheap memory foam products.
People who have long - term neck pain often start to feel better after using a well - shaped memory foam pillow for 3 - 7 nights. The pillow gently pushes back, which helps the ligaments in your neck. It doesn't create those painful pressure points that can mess up your REM sleep. For people who get migraines, the curved parts on special orthopedic pillows stop your head from moving too much from side to side. Head movement is a big reason for headaches at night. Studies have shown that using this kind of pillow can reduce snoring by 41%. It does this by keeping your chin in the right position so your airways stay open. If you're getting better from whiplash or have arthritis, the slow recovery rate of the foam (it takes 8 - 12 seconds to go back to its shape) is really helpful. It stops your neck from twisting suddenly when you change your sleep position.
To make your pillow keep working well, you should air it out every day. But be careful, because too much UV light can damage petroleum - based foams. So, if you can, get a pillow made from plant - derived foam. Use a waterproof protector, but not a plastic one. Plastic can trap sweat and oils, and these can make the foam less dense. Instead of putting it in the washing machine, spot clean the pillow with mild detergent. Washing machines can break the cell structure of the foam. Also, turn the pillow 180 degrees every week so it gets compressed evenly. You should replace the pillow every 18 - 24 months. Over time, the foam loses about 15 - 20% of its ability to bounce back, and it won't support you as well.
Now, some really good memory foam neck pillows have special features. They have different zones. There's a deeper part to support your head, higher edges to ease the pressure on your shoulders, and tapered ends to fit different body sizes. Some pillows even have gel - infused layers. These can make the surface of the pillow 2 - 3°F cooler than regular memory foam. The best orthopedic pillows give you support all around, with extra side wings. These wings stop your head from hanging down when you change from sleeping on your stomach to sleeping on your side.
Established in 2007, Welldo is a manufacture and trader specialized in the research, development and production of all kinds of memory foam pillows. We are located in Xiamen, with convenient transportation access. All of our products comply fit international quality standards and are greatly appreciated in a variety of different markets throughtout the world.
