I need a pillow

Ariana
Ariana Member Posts: 37
edited 9:57AM in Living with arthritis

I am suffering with a very sore neck and stiff shoulder and I think it’s due to my pillow. Has anyone got any suggestions for a good pillow for a restful nights sleep. Thank you.

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  • cocoa
    cocoa Member Posts: 87

    @Ariana think only thing to do is have a very flat pillow or no pillow at all fir few nights maybe warm wheat bag on shoulder befire bed time and pain killers of course . Hope this helps

    Cocoa

  • Bryony
    Bryony Member Posts: 101

    I think it is trial and error finding the right one, and most places won't allow you to return a pillow if the packaging has been opened. There are ergonomic pillows - I have one that does suit me. It depends a lot on how you sleep, whether on your side or back as to which type might be suitable. Nowadays the choice is bewildering though.

    The type I got is the shape of IKEA's Rosenskarm pillow though mine came from elsewhere. That type may suit you, or it may not! Hope you do find one that suits you.

  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,535

    Hi @Ariana

    I have had severe neck issues over the years I have cervical spondylitis and sore shoulders so totally understand your pain. Initially did the no pillows and rolled up handtowel which helped a bit.

    I found a pillow (not cheap) which helped me years ago and must be on by 5th or more by now. It looks a bit like this

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    the bottom one. The bigger groove is for back sleepers and the smaller one for side sleepers. Definitely takes some of the pressure off for me though it took a week or so for me to adjust to it. I have recently bought one for my husband too and have one in our motorhome.

    I will PM you the make of mine.

    Best of luck

    Toni x

  • Ariana
    Ariana Member Posts: 37
    https://community.versusarthritis.org/discussion/comment/737280#Comment_737280

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