A good pillow is just as important as a good bed for getting a good
night’s sleep. Even though we rarely give a lot of thought to the
pillows we use, buying the right pillow and positioning it correctly
could be one of the most important parts of sleeping success. It is a
very comforting feeling to have just the right pillow to rest an achy,
tired body on. In addition to providing comfort, the right pillows can
also give the necessary support for the neck and spine, alleviating or
preventing many common forms of back and neck pain.
I have seen many back and neck problems aggravated, if not caused, by
bad or worn-out pillows. If your pillow is six months old or more it
could need replacing. Assuming normal use and wear and tear, a polyester
pillow lasts for six months to two years, a down pillow five years and a
feather pillow eight years. If, however, your pillow is clearly showing
signs of wear, such as loss of shape and flatness, it is time to shop
for a new pillow.
If you aren’t sure if its time to replace your pillow, test the
support of down and feather pillows by laying the fluffed out pillow on a
hard surface. Fold it in half or thirds and squeeze out the air.
Release the pillow. If it unfolds and returns to its original position
it has support; a broken pillow will stay as above. Place a weight of
around 300g (10 ounces), such as a trainer, on the pillow. A pillow with
support will unfold itself and throw off the shoe; a broken pillow will
stay folded.
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