Healthy spine — the key to the health of the whole organism. To do this, not only do gymnastics and maintain proper posture throughout the day, but also sleep in a convenient position. For this purpose, there are orthopedic mattresses and pillows.
In general, orthopedic pillows support the cervical spine in the right position. Its use also helps the prevention of cervical osteochondrosis. The maximum effect is achieved if you sleep on the side. Buy such pillows, just as mattresses and gateways in Yekaterinburg are not difficult. This can be done both in specialized stores and in online stores.
If you already have such a disease, then the pillow will relieve pain, but will not relieve the need to visit a doctor.
How does such a pillow work?
As a rule, it consists of one or two rollers of certain stiffness. It is this roller that reduces the load on the spine, allowing you to fully relax at night.
How to choose?
When choosing a pillow, you need to know your shoulder width width, or rather the distance from the neck to the shoulder. You need to add another 1-2 cm to the resulting figure, and you will find out how height to look for a roller.
Different pillows have different roller heights. Fluctuates from 8 cm (for low people with small shoulders) to 14 cm (for high broad -shouldered people).
Various fillers are used for pillows.
Artificial latex — hypoallergenic material, preserves the shape well.
Natural latex — has good elasticity, easily takes and restores the form, passes the air.
Memorix or polyurethane foam with memory effect — hypoallergenic material, provides maximum comfort.
Buckwheat Luzga — natural material. Such pillows perform micromassage of the cervical region, eliminating headaches. They are recommended for the curvature of the spine.
There are also special orthopedic pillows for newborn, children and pregnant women. All of them are made taking into account the anatomical features of each of these categories.
