Bed Wedge

Orthopedic pillows are designed to help position and support the body. They help a person sleep comfortably and can help with insomnia and snoring. Orthopedic pillows come in a variety of shapes and firmness that help relieve different areas of pain in the body. Some orthopedic pillows are made with memory foam that contours to the body.

Bed wedges are pillows that are triangle shaped. They help support the spine and elevate the upper body. Bed wedges position the body to allow a person to breath better and help aid in digestion. The comfortable, gradual slope helps to ease respiratory problems while reducing neck and shoulder pain. Often recommended by doctors for the relief of heartburn, GERD, hiatal hernias, or while recovering from surgery.They are great for reading or watching television in bed and also can be used when laying on the floor.

Leg pillows are designed to go under a persons knee. They help elevate tired legs and relieve pressure on the lower back. Leg pillows keep the legs elevated which reduce leg swelling and improves blood circulation.

Cervical pillows are curved shaped pillows. They contour to the persons head, neck, and shoulders. Cervical pillows are designed for people that sleep on their back or side. Cervical pillows take off the pressure from the neck and spine by cradling the head. They help reduce snoring, back pain, stiff neck, and headaches.

Neck pillows are needed for a person that suffers from chronic neck pain The pillow conforms to a persons head and neck. They are used to evenly distribute weight and pressure. Neck pillows are designed to align the neck and spine for a more comfortable sleep. Some neck pillows are also available as travel pillows. They help keep the neck straight and allow a person to sleep sitting up while traveling in airplanes or automobiles.

Lumbar pillows are half moon shaped pillows that can be used for multiple purposes. They can be placed on the lower back to relieve pain. Lumbar pillows can also be used underneath the knees for leg elevation and even placed behind the neck for neck support.

Some factors to consider when purchasing a pillow include whether the person sleeps on their back, side, or stomach. Also, is there any part of the body that hurts after waking up or during the day. They can then search for a pillow that meets their particular needs for his or her ailment. Some pillows can be multipurpose and used on different areas of the body. The perfect pillow will help a person have a comfortable night sleep and wake up refreshed to face the day.