Neck Pain Support Blog: Sleeping on your Side when Using a Cervical Support Neck Pillow

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Amazing !
I've suffered from two herniated discs in my lower neck since September. Got this (cervical traction neck pillow) a few weeks ago and practically from day one it actually worked. I sleep much more comfortably, even on my side (how do they do THAT?) but especially on my back. And my neck is greatly refreshed in the morning. I'm taking a trip soon, and I am bringing this pillow with me (other things will get tossed out of the luggage if need be ... leaving this behind isn't even an option). - D.Hodel, 6/23/2009 Kona, Hawaii
I've suffered from headaches and neck pain for 3 years due to whiplash 20 years ago..
"I could never have dreamed my life would have changed so much since getting the CTPillow. I've suffered from headaches and neck pain for 3 years due to whiplash 20 years ago, have visited countless practioners, and gone through 7 different pillows, then I found this pillow. No longer do I take ages to get to sleep, my breathing during the night is amazing, and I wake feeling painfree. It's like I have the effects of a massage every night. This is a godsend and the best invention ever. Thank you Arc for Life!"- L.Young, New Zealand 03/26/2009
I've suffered for years with my military neck and finally...relief!
The cervical traction pillow is AWESOME....noticed a difference the very first night I used it! I've suffered for years with my military neck and finally...relief! I've recommended the pillow to several friends with the same problem and they all love it! Terry, K 10/11/2008
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Read what customers like you have said about the Cervical Traction Neck Pillow
Can't say enough good about the cervical traction pillow though! "
" I have HUGE trap, neck, shoulder problems due to a fecet joint problem and bulging discs. I've tried EVERY pillow under the sun.....including the Mediflow. Mediflow was pillow of choice (bought on Amazon) until I found the one I'm using now. I bought a cervical traction pillow from www.Arc4Life.com and I LOVE It. Best I've ever tried and I'll definitely continue to purchase when mine wears out. The only negative is that once you get used to it, the slight traction feeling you feel in the beginning wears off (and it feels so good to have that gentle pull on your neck when you lie down in the beginning.....really takes the pressure from all of the days gravity out of your spine). I still have a lot of problems....but moreso from doing exercises I know I'm forbidden to do.....but I’m hard headed. Can't say enough good about the cervical traction pillow though! " LoraJc, 07/17/2008 Wisconsin
"I just received my second cervical pillow and I am soooooo happy.
"I just received my second cervical pillow and I am soooooo happy. I was wondering why my neck was starting to hurt again and I finally realized that I needed a new cervical pillow. The last one I purchased was in 2004! Well, I was right, I slept perfectly last night on my new pillow. It is truly amazing and a blessing to all who use it. People look at me like I'm nuts when I tell them about it. People are used to being disappointed by products they try, but not this one. I cannot take painkillers due to another condition and to find something that is just as good and better for you - that truly is a gift from heaven! Thank you so much for all you do!!!! T.P, 08/06/2008
Love my Pillow- Sitting on an airpline, then on a train for many hours was very difficult.
I Love my Pillow- Sitting on an airpline, then on a train for many hours was very difficult. After travelling all day and visiting my sister my neck was aching and sore. I got to my sisters' and she had this funny looking pillow with a "V" on it. She insisted that I try it out for the night. Wow what a difference I felt when I woke up- No more neck pain and stiffness. Well I loved the cervical traction pillow so much, I ordered one for myself. " - K.G, 08/24/2008, Mississauga, Ontario Canada

Sleeping on your Side when Using a Cervical Support Neck Pillow

I just received my Cervical Linear Traction Neck Pillow and I had a question regarding side sleeping. I know that if I am sleeping on my back my neck will be in the V part of the pillow. I am a little confused about how to use the pillow when I want to sleep on my side. Do I want to keep the pillow in the same position as I would as if I were sleeping on my back (V under my neck)? I assume I would then just lay to the left or right of the V to sleep on my side. Or to I rotate the pillow 180 degrees so the V is upside down like this ^ and I just like on my side that way. I just want to make sure when I sleeping on my side that I am using the correct posture. Thank you, Maxine

Dear Maxine,

Side sleeping with the cltraction neck pillow

The Cervical Traction Neck Pillow is made for side or back sleepers. When you sleep on your side, you sleep on the wings of the pillow. You do not have to rotate the pillow 180 degrees to sleep on your side. You can sleep on the V side to the right or left of the V. Keep in mind, that you will get maximum traction when you sleep on your back. To help facilitate this, you can put two pillows under your knees to make it more comfortable or use a knee elevator. You will not get as much traction on your side, but you will get some.

Also, the other side of the pillow is more for support, as opposed to traction. You can use this at any time to sleep on (on your back or side).

Finally, you might experience some soreness in the beginning in the neck and upper back area. If you find yourself waking up after a few hours with soreness in the neck, go back to using your regular neck pillow. This does happen for some patients and is normal because your body is getting used to a new position of sleeping. Every patient is different. Some can use the pillow straight through the night from the beginning. If you do have soreness, ice your neck and do some neck exercises next morning.

Sleeping on a cervical support neck pillow is a good idea because your head and neck will be in proper alignment. A good support neck pillow will allow you to sleep on your back or on your side with no problems. The Cervical Linear Traction Neck Pillow does a great job of that. -NJ

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