Latex Orthopedic Pillow For Optimal Comfort & Relief

This is an orthopedic design which specifically adapts to postural requirements according to anatomical needs for back and side sleeping. It is a latex orthopedic pillow, combining the beneficial qualities of both quality latex materials and therapeutic based ergonomics.

Combining elements of comfort, support, and adaptability, the design has great comfort for pressure relief, two options for neck support, and correct positioning for neutral posture for specific back and side sleeping positions, helps provide neck pain relief and postural restoration while sleeping.

A spine specialist found about 4 of 5 patients with neck pain awoke with pain or developed the pain at some time during the night. In finding solutions, he researched pillows to help his patients, but poor designs and quality that contributed and sometimes caused conditions like headaches, neck and back pain, as well as shoulder pain and muscle stiffness.

This led to a latex orthopedic pillow that can bring comfort and relief for neck pain. A talaly latex pillow has been shown to help people fall asleep faster (17.9%) and increase REM sleep (21.3%). The pillow has proven effective for many common issues related to pain relief, poor sleep and health.

Unique Latex Orthopedic Pillow Properties

It is made from the softest Talalay latex available, yet firm enough to provide the proper support. With proper sizing, when you sleep on your side, your head and neck are supported with the optimal height to accommodate the increased need due to shoulder length. The plush comfort and gentle support offers exceptional comfort and keeps your head and neck in perfect alignment, reducing compression stress to your spine.

For back sleepers, the variable density neck support permits medium soft support for your neck. If a a more gentle support is preferred, by rotating the pillow 180 degrees, there is a softer, plush comfort while still maintaining the cervical curve design.

What Do Scientific Studies Show?

• A study in the Journal of Pain Research found for neck stiffness, headaches and shoulder/arm pain when waking from sleep, a latex pillow provided better relief than feather, both regular and contour foam, and polyester fiber filled pillows.

• A previous study in Manual Therapy Journal, provided evidence that latex pillows specifically should be recommended to manage waking, improving sleep quality, as well as perceived pillow comfort.

• A study in the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine found an ergonomic latex pillow that provides support both in the back and side sleeping positions had significant effects on neck extensor muscle endurance and forward head posture for patients with cervical spondylosis. This is a condition from progressive intervertebral disc degeneration.

• A recent controlled trial in the American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation sowed that an ergonomic latex pillow can significantly decrease neck pain disability symptoms related cervical spondylosis after four weeks. The authors stated, “According to results of this study some symptoms of cervical spondylosis may decrease by using ergonomic latex pillow, thus it is recommended that these patients use an ergonomic latex pillow while receiving physical therapy to improve their neck disability symptoms.”

The evidence in scientific literature is that latex is the preferred material for best relief and comfort. There are two types of latex: Dunlop & Talalay. Dunlop is most typically like rubber and is bouncier than Talalay. To avoid this property in pillows, many Dunlop pillows are quite firm. Those with sensitive necks will not do well with a softer, bouncier pillow. Talalay is a much higher grade of latex and will provide a more comfortable pillow that has better properties for both comfort and pain relief.

The latex orthopedic pillow has a soft and resilient response that is great for more sensitive neck pain conditions and provides a ventilated, airy design to help prevent overheating found in many memory foam pillows. Therefore, the use of latex is cooler, more breathable and reactive than traditional memory foam pillows. This makes for a more comfortable experience that is better for neck pain.

So, while more expensive than memory foam, Talalay Latex creates is naturally hypoallergenic, fungus, bacterial, mold, mildew, and dust mite resistant sleeping environment, ideal for allergy sufferers or those who like a cleaner, healthier sleeping environment. The latex does not have any harmful chemicals or pesticides and is a very pure material. Talalay latex has thousands of tubules that naturally flow air, creating a natural coolness that dust mites and many microbes find uninhabitable.

The seven step Talalay manufacturing process cleanses any water soluble proteins that usually cause allergies are neutralized and rendered inert. It is 20 times more durable, 33 percent more pressure relieving, and 7 times more breathable than typical memory foam!

Using The Pillow

It is recommended that most users of the latex orthopedic pillow begin using the softer neck support for the first 3-4 weeks, then gradually begin using the higher side as the neck becomes accustomed to the new support. This is generally a personal preference as both are quite effective and comfortable for most individuals.

Both neck supports offer great comfort and control, just a slightly variable in resiliency and support through the night. Basically, the firmer side will maintain your cervical curve better and is better for curve restoration and the softer support is easier for accommodation and may help better with sensitive neck pain episodes. You can experiment to see which one works best for you.

Pillow Care

It comes with a fitted 100% cotton zippered pillow case. Simply remove the outer case for washing and the foam is protected by another case so you do not have to disturb the delicate nature of the foam by unzipping the custom fit cover. If necessary to wash the cover, machine wash on cold and tumble dry with low heat setting. Do not iron the custom fitted cover.

A Premium Latex Orthopedic Pillow

The latex orthopedic pillow is made to last for years with materials that are far superior to ordinary pillows. Proven to allow one to fall asleep faster, sleep more deeply, and entered restorative REM sleep sooner and longer than individuals using standard pillows. The innovative design addresses issues of snoring, while also possessing the ability to reduce undue spinal stress and optimize postural alignment with its precisely engineered contours.