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Most people don’t know that our pillow product’s all originated organically just like our chiropractic clinics. We had been living here in the Philippines for about a year & just opened our 1st Chiro branch in QC. I had yet to find an effective sleeping pillow, so we went to the top mattress / pillow manufacturer here in the Philippines. I was very impressed with their inventory as they had so many different pillows to choose from. We spoke with the owners & they let it be known they would manufacture my own pillow, I just had to give the design etc. I left with over 10 of their pillows so I could try them all & come up with the perfect pillow.

After a couple weeks of trying all of the pillows I was ready to make my design. The problem I encountered with their pillows was a slight flaw in each. The pillows’ were either too soft, too heavy or uncomfortable. I wanted to create an effective pillow that supports your neck while you sleep but also is very comfortable. From my experience this is the problem. The “effective” “cervical pillow” is uncomfortable & most people toss them after a few nights sleep.

After several months & several tries we came up with our 1st pillow. Now when it comes to pillows you’re definitely not going to please everyone. Everyone has different preferences but for me it was important to come up with a quality pillow that most people will enjoy. Over time we have come up with 3 different sizes because well everyone is a different size. We have small, medium & large. Our pillows are made of a memory foam on the outside & a mixture of soft foam in the middle to create that support. Our pillows are also shaped like a standard pillow, there is no fancy humps in the middle.

Over the years we’ve added to our pillow products. We now have pillows for lumbar support, neck support & side sleepers. I feel we’ve accomplished our goal of creating an effective & comfortable pillow. We will continue to modify & try to come up with the perfect pillow. For now, we’re enjoying our sleep a lot more now.

Sleeping contributes to a person’s well-being more than we realise. It restores energy and plays an important role in temperature regulation, immune system, hormone levels, and appetite. However, most people do not realize that during their sleep, their sleeping position matters.

In general, side sleeping is the best sleeping position. It allows the neck and back to stay aligned while the airways are open and the esophagus is elevated. Side sleeping is helpful for people with back pain, sleep apnea, and acid reflux. It is also advisable for pregnant women as it helps in maximum blood flow and kidney function, getting rid of swelling in the body. While sleeping on the side has been found beneficial for people with certain conditions, it may still cause shoulder stiffness and can make the jaw tight.

Another sleeping position that can improve the quality of sleep is back sleeping. It has many benefits like avoiding neck pain and protecting the spine. Unlike side sleeping, back sleeping does not cause sagging and wrinkles. People experiencing heartburn can even find comfort in back sleeping with their head slightly elevated.

Some people classify themselves as stomach sleepers, but unfortunately, they need to start changing positions now. According to SleepAdvisor.org, there are three main reasons why sleeping on the stomach is bad: 1.) It places a strain on the spine, 2.) It causes pain in the neck, and 3.) It’s unsafe for pregnant women. Stomach sleeping unevenly distributes the weight of your body making the head and limbs higher than the core. This results in spine misalignment and often leads to neck and back pain. It may be challenging to change sleeping positions, but avoiding stomach sleeping can prevent different health conditions.

Picking the right sleeping position should still not compromise your comfort. Make sure that along with your sleeping positions, you also consider the right pillow and mattress. Also, remember that clean sheets contribute to the quality of your sleep. These little details may be sometimes overlooked, but it can make positive changes in your sleep.

Summary:

Good position: Back & Side

Avoid: Sleeping on your stomach

The purpose of this blog is to enlighten everyone to all of the small details that contribute to our overall health & well-being.