Pillow height is important! Frequent neck and shoulder pain may be due to an unsuitable pillow height!

How much do Hong Kong people know about pillows? Nowadays, the market is flooded with all kinds of pillows, each claiming to be healthy and comfortable. However, everyone's body shape and sleeping posture are different. Do you know which pillow is the most suitable for you?

Choosing the right pillow is an important skill. Selecting a pillow of the wrong height can not only affect sleep quality but also have serious health consequences.

What happens if a pillow is too high?

If a pillow is too high, it can cause cervical spine compression (especially severe for patients with herniated discs), leading to varying degrees of neck and shoulder pain. Do you sometimes experience neck pain after waking up? Pay attention, this is definitely not normal and may be caused by a pillow that is too high. In addition, a pillow that is too high can also obstruct the airway, making it easier to snore, which is a very annoying problem, affecting not only yourself but also, more importantly, your loved ones.

What happens if a pillow is too low?

If a pillow is too low, the most common problem is that it compresses nerves while sleeping, easily causing numbness in the hands. Another common issue is that it lowers the head below the heart, leading to poor blood circulation and harming health. A pillow that is too low can also cause muscle tension, resulting in neck and shoulder pain. If these problems are not addressed promptly, the situation will only worsen, requiring significant financial and time investment in physical therapy, and in severe cases, even surgery.

Therefore, choosing an unsuitable pillow can worsen neck pain. It is therefore crucial to select a healthy pillow of the right height. So, how can you tell what pillow height is right for you?

Key points when choosing a pillow (Part 1): Pillow height

There is a very simple pillow height test, which is to sleep in your most common sleeping position on the pillow.

If you sleep on your back: When you sleep on your back, your forehead and chin should be at the same level.

If you sleep on your side: When sleeping on your side, your face should be aligned with the center line of your body.

If you're unsure about your sleeping position, you can test it for a few nights. Go to bed as usual, but pay attention to your sleeping position the moment you wake up. Observe yourself for a few nights to a week, and you should find the sleeping position you use most often; that's your most frequently used sleeping position.

Key Points for Pillow Selection (Part 2): Choosing Pillow Materials

Once you've found the right pillow height, you can learn about the different pillow materials. There are various types of pillows on the market made from different materials, but the most common pillows can be roughly divided into four categories:

1. Latex pillow:

Natural latex comes from oak trees and is characterized by its mite-proof and antibacterial properties. It is generally harder and more elastic, but the material is prone to becoming brittle over time, and its texture may be too hard for most people.

2. Memory Foam Pillow:

It has excellent fit and the texture can be customized according to different brands, but it dissipates heat slowly, which has a greater impact on the subtropical region of Hong Kong.

3. Down pillow:

The texture is light and breathable, but it lacks support and is not suitable for people with respiratory allergies. In addition, because it uses animal ingredients, some people may not be able to accept it.

4. Synthetic fiber pillows:

The texture is also light and breathable, and because it is a man-made material, its texture and elasticity can be customized according to the maker's requirements, making it highly malleable.

Our recommended pillow: Re Pillow 2

Height adjustable, breathable and comfortable, waterproof and stain resistant.

The Re Pillow 2 pillow is made with specially designed synthetic fibers and features an adjustable filling design. Users can easily unzip the seamless, invisible zipper next to the pillow to remove the inner filling and adjust the pillow to their preferred height. Furthermore, we intentionally "overfilled" the Re Pillow 2 to allow for more filling material, providing users with greater flexibility and control to create a pillow that truly fits their individual needs.

In addition, Re Pillow 2 is made with NANOTEX®️ patented US patented technology material, which, while maintaining the breathability of the fabric, is waterproof and stain-resistant, preventing various stains from entering the pillow core, keeping the pillow clean, and extending the pillow's lifespan.

The soft and elastic inner core material provides ample support for the cervical spine.

Re Pillow 2 uses soft microfiber combined with supportive pearl cotton. The pearl cotton is specially designed with a slight curl, like countless mini slingshots hidden inside, making it more durable and elastic than ordinary cotton pillows. The pearl cotton and microfiber work together to make the pillow soft and fluffy while also providing excellent support for the cervical spine.

Furthermore, because the inner core is made up of multiple tiny pearl cotton particles, it has room to move freely, adapting to different sleeping positions. Whether you sleep on your back or side, this pillow provides support for your cervical spine, allowing you to change positions at will and fall asleep peacefully.

In summary, Re Pillow 2 caters to the needs of every user, offering the freedom to adjust pillow height at any time and carefully catering to different sleeping positions—like a custom-made pillow designed just for you! Moreover, every Re Pillow 2 product is made in Hong Kong, with a transparent production process and guaranteed quality. We recommend our pillows to those in Hong Kong who value quality sleep. Visit our website now to learn more!