From this article you will learn: what is and how to choose an orthopedic pillow, what types of pillows there are and how to use them correctly.
In the days of our grandmothers, large down pillows and feather beds were considered especially chic and a sign of family well-being. They were an integral part of the dowry of unmarried girls, and it was a bad mother who could not prepare at least a few of these pillows for her daughters for marriage. The down for them has been carefully collected for years.
A lot of time passed before the benefits of these downy monsters were called into question. Scientists have proven that a large pillow stuffed with natural materials (down, feathers, wool) contributes to overheating. A person sleeps restlessly on it, sweats, and as a result wakes up with a feeling of weakness due to the incorrect position of the head and neck.
Moreover, a large down pillow often causes skin rashes and acne. People can cough for years and even experience attacks of suffocation, completely unaware that the cause of their troubles lies in the fluff with which the pillow is stuffed. The fact is that bird fluff itself is a strong allergen. And over the years, dust mites, bugs and worms appear in it. Pillows filled with sheep wool are especially “prone” to this.
Is there a way to get rid of this scourge once and for all?
Yes, but only one thing: change your “dowry” to new generation orthopedic pillows.
Orthopedic pillows, a tribute to fashion or part of a healthy lifestyle?
Sleeping on an orthopedic pillow is beneficial in all respects. Thanks to the high-tech filler, microorganisms, mites and insects will never grow in it. Consequently, it will not become a source of allergies or cause an attack of bronchial asthma. Its internal contents will be impeccable, from a sanitary point of view, even after several years of use.
But the main advantage of such a pillow is encrypted in its very name. That is why it is called orthopedic, because it guarantees the optimal position of the cervical vertebrae during sleep and rest, i.e. in line with the spine. The correct position of the head and neck helps prevent problems such as circulatory disorders and curvature of the cervical spine.
Not only older people, but also young people know firsthand what osteochondrosis is. Let's be objective: this disease is not treated with a pillow, but with medical methods. But the intensity of pain in the back and neck, which can sometimes be painful, can be significantly reduced if you replace old down pillows with orthopedic ones in time. In addition, this is excellent prevention. The best option for organizing a “healthy” sleeping place is an orthopedic mattress in combination with an orthopedic pillow.
Pillow configurations
For convenience and comfort, manufacturers invent all kinds of models and shapes of orthopedic pillows. Its main function is to properly support the neck and head during sleep.
Classic rectangle or square
– these pillows are no different in shape from the usual pillows, compact in size, orthopedic functions are achieved due to the filler. However, manufacturers strive to improve the quality of products as much as possible, and rectangles or squares can be maximally adapted to the anatomical characteristics of a person.
Pillows with bolsters
- speak for themselves. These models are configured with special support rollers. For those who prefer to sleep on their side, a pillow can be an ideal option for supporting the neck and upper spine.
Crescent pillows, horseshoes
– designed directly to support the neck of those who suffer from severe cervical osteochondrosis. Suitable for those who like to sleep on their back. These pillows can be used not only for normal sleep on a bed, but also when you have to sleep in a car or on an airplane.
Pillows with recesses for the head, butterflies
– universal for any sleeping position. Like other models, they provide good support for the head and neck. Most often, this model is used to make children's pillows.
Lumbar pillows, bolsters
– support the lumbar spine.
Basically, such a pillow is needed by people with sedentary work, professional drivers and those who suffer from herniated discs and other spinal diseases. It relaxes well and naturally supports the spine. When using an orthopedic pillow, the most natural position of the neck and spine is achieved - parallel to the mattress.
Indications for the use of orthopedic pillows
There are many diseases that require sleeping on an orthopedic pillow. In particular, such a pillow under the head is needed by those who suffer from osteochondrosis of the cervical spine, displacement or injuries of the vertebrae in this area, chronic neck pain, sleep disorders, headaches and dizziness. Children under 1 year of age are prescribed to sleep on an orthopedic pillow in case of torticollis. Chiropractors and medical massage specialists almost always recommend the use of an orthopedic pillow for those who suffer from increased neck muscle tone, myositis and neuralgia.
An orthopedic pillow should be used not only at home, but also taken with you on vacation, a business trip, or to the country. However, their scope of application extends to almost the entire body, not limited to just the cervical spine. Thus, orthopedic pillows under the back allow you to maintain correct posture during prolonged sitting (for example, on a bus or car). In addition, they alleviate the condition of chronic radiculitis, scoliosis and osteochondrosis of the lumbar region.
Millions of people on earth suffer from varicose veins in their legs. Most of them do not suspect that an orthopedic pillow placed under their feet reduces venous insufficiency, eliminates swelling, and helps improve the outflow of blood and lymph. After a hard day of work spent on your feet, there is nothing better than taking a horizontal position and elevating your lower limbs with the help of an orthopedic pillow under your feet so that they are above the level of your heart.
Seat cushions with a healing effect have been widely used in patients who have suffered injuries and surgical interventions in the perineum, rectum, and pelvic bones. They are also recommended for people suffering from painful hemorrhoids, varicose veins of the male genital organ, and inflammation of the prostate gland.
Contraindications to the use of orthopedic pillows
Persons diagnosed with inflammatory skin diseases are not recommended to use pillows in their “problem” areas. For example, acne on the shoulders caused by metabolic disorders is a direct contraindication. In addition, people whose filling materials in orthopedic pillows or their pillowcases cause allergy symptoms are also at risk. True, in such cases, you can try changing the pillowcase so as not to completely deny yourself the therapeutic effect.
Anatomical pillow Asonia - functional action
2. Anatomical properties
“Asoniya” is a full-fledged anatomical (orthopedic) pillow with a special, powerful corrective effect.
The secret is, again, in the filler microgranules. In its properties it resembles a liquid - the filler changes its shape without any resistance.
It turns out that a person seems to be floating on a cushion (pseudo-swimming effect). And it takes the shape of our body, evenly distributing the load.
But what happens to our body when we dive into water, for example? It loses some weight. We become lighter in water, don't we?
The same thing happens to our head, neck, and torso if we put them on the Asonia pillow.
And when we become lighter, the force of gravity acting on the body decreases. We get the second effect - pseudo-weightlessness.
What do these two “pseudo” give to our body? A lot of things.
- The muscles of the neck and upper thoracic spine relax as much as possible. Neck spasm is relieved.
- The pillow takes the shape of the spine, thereby relieving the stress acting on it. What distinguishes Asonia from other orthopedic pillows. This property helps in the treatment and prevention of scoliosis, osteochondrosis, and periatritis.
- Thanks to pseudo-weightlessness, blood supply to organs and tissues improves, and the smallest capillaries open.
- As a result of all this, the outflow of venous blood from the head is improved. But its violation is the main cause of headaches.
Headache is called the scourge of modern humanity - in particular, for those who earn their living with their heads. Probably every person has ever had a headache, and 80% of our women and 40% of men have a headache once a week or more often. Let's not continue - this is probably familiar to you...
The Asonia pillow allows, if not to overcome this problem, then at least to improve our condition. Your head will hurt less often, much less often, due to the outflow of blood and the relief of muscle spasms. Believe me!
Moreover, “Asonia” can even help in the fight against low or high blood pressure, which are also associated with disorders in the cervical spine.
So, “Asoniya” as an orthopedic pillow helps in the treatment of headaches, high and low blood pressure, cervical osteochondrosis and scoliosis.
3. Infrared radiation effect
Did you know that the body loses some of its heat through infrared radiation? And the Asonia pillow filler returns infrared rays to our body.
The returned heat regulates body temperature during sleep - and this is another plus for your healthy sleep. In addition, infrared radiation is a general improvement, rapid treatment of colds and wound healing.
The rays penetrate the muscle mass quite deeply - 4-5 centimeters. The anatomical pillow acts like an infrared lamp. But unlike the latter, Asonia has no side effects.
Our clients also talk about the cosmetic effect of the Asonia pillow. The complexion improves, wrinkles smooth out, and spots on the skin disappear. And indeed it is!
So, “Asoniya” warms up the skin and muscle layer due to the reflection of infrared heat emanating from our body.
Benefits
The triple effect of Asonia is the key to healing, dream-rich sleep, relieving muscle spasms and improving venous outflow.
With Asonia:
- You will forget about insomnia, restless sleep and other sleep disorders. Instead, you will get vivid dreams and healthy sleep, the sleep of a happy and peaceful child.
- Daytime sleepiness? Chronic fatigue syndrome? Prostration? All this will remain in the past. With Asonia, your body will recover at night so much so that you are full of energy all day!
- The energy and health gained from good sleep will allow you to forget what depression is - or not know it.
- Accumulating infrared radiation from your body will allow you to get sick less and recover faster.
- Two “pseudo” - pseudo-swimming and pseudo-weightlessness - will miraculously appear on your spine and will help in the treatment of scoliosis and osteochondrosis. In the morning you will feel as if a mountain has been lifted from your shoulders. And when using a pillow in combination with special exercises, you can try to straighten your spine.
- Improving blood supply to the brain will allow you to regain full vision and hearing. The experience of many of our clients speaks to this.
- Finally, the complex action of three effects:
- relaxation of the neck and spine, improvement of blood flow from the head,
- warming up the back, neck and head,
- vivid dreams
- all this allows you to break out of the vicious circle that we talked about at the beginning. The main area of application of Asonia is healing sleep.
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Types of orthopedic pillows
The Russian market offers a wide variety of orthopedic products; there is no shortage of pillows either. At first glance, they seem so different, but nevertheless, they can be classified into three groups: latex pillows, polyester products and pillows filled with viscoelastic foam. They differ not only in price, but also in their properties.
Orthopedic pillows with polyester filling
These products are relatively inexpensive. But this is the case when “cheap” and “poor quality” are not synonymous. Orthopedic pillows made of polyester provide good support for the neck and shoulders, giving the entire spinal column the correct position during sleep. Inside they are polyester balls that have undergone special anti-allergenic and antiseptic treatment. The filling of such pillows perfectly retains its characteristics for several years. They can be machine washed without any problems. To the touch, orthopedic products made of polyester resemble the familiar down pillows. Their service life is 8-10 years.
Latex pillows with orthopedic effect
Judging by market sales statistics, pillows made of latex are gaining popularity - a natural material, by the way, which is a specially processed milky sap of plants. During the manufacturing process, such orthopedic pillows are given an anatomical shape, equipped with one or two bolsters to support the neck and shoulders in the correct position, and a recess for the head. Sleeping on such a pillow guarantees proper cerebral circulation and sufficient oxygen supply to the brain vessels. Their ability to “breathe” makes it possible to recommend them to bedridden patients to avoid bedsores.
Products filled with latex are more durable than those filled with polyester. True, they cost an order of magnitude more.
Orthopedic pillows filled with viscoelastic foam
These products are the most modern and high-tech, which is why prices are kept at a fairly high level. The filler for them is polyurethane foam - a material whose properties have been known for over 40 years. The unique feature of this pillow is that it has a memory effect. You lie down on it, take a comfortable position - and the smart product remembers all the curves of your head and neck, and subsequently maintains optimal conditions for them.
Another advantage is their ability to remain thermally neutral. Even if the room is unbearably hot, the viscoelastic foam pillow will not heat up. In addition, it evenly distributes pressure throughout the body and absorbs vibration. And all because polyurethane foam has the ability to absorb mechanical energy. The high market price of such products still scares off many buyers. But their healing effect is much higher than the price that you have to pay for them.
How to choose an orthopedic pillow
Are you sleeping correctly? Where are your shoulders when you sleep - on the pillow or just below?
Ideally, the shoulders should just touch the bottom edge of the pillow, and its thickened cushion should provide support for the head and cervical vertebrae. This is a healthy sleeping position that promotes complete relaxation, proper blood circulation, breathing, and prevents snoring. This is why we purchase orthopedic pillows.
Their choice should be taken as seriously as possible. After all, such a pillow is not a fashionable interior detail, but the main component of a healthy and restful sleep. In the selection process, many factors are important, including not only height and weight, but also the presence of diseases of the musculoskeletal system, a tendency to allergies, and even a favorite position during sleep. It is also important for what purpose the pillow is purchased: treatment or prevention. From this point of view, it is chosen according to the degree of rigidity, the presence of rollers, the quality of seams, etc.
If you are not sure which filler is most suitable for you, do not hesitate to ask questions to sales consultants. They will be happy to tell you about the properties of certain types of orthopedic pillows and recommend something specific.
The miser will pay twice
When choosing an orthopedic pillow, you should never focus only on price. Moreover, you should not try to save money on its purchase, because... this will save on your own health and well-being. The market is full of fakes, and some suppliers, not burdened with high moral qualities, are selling pseudo-orthopedic pillows with all their might, passing them off as products of elite quality.
Lured by the low price, the unlucky buyer becomes the owner of a pillow that can do more harm than good. The orthopedic effect of such a purchase is very low or completely absent. It does not have any preventive or, especially, therapeutic properties. The result is sad: a headache, a feeling of exhaustion in the morning and money thrown away.
If you have any questions about the types and use of orthopedic pillows, write a question in our communities on social networks. If you have a question: how to choose an orthopedic pillow in our online store, request a call back or call us at our toll-free number.
Asonia pillow reviews from doctors are negative - why you shouldn’t fall for the complete crap offered by network marketing.
What nonsense they write about the Asonia pillow, it is mentioned that it was made using nanotechnology (here you want to laugh out loud!), that it was originally developed for the space defense industry, in a word, sellers, in the spirit of advertising of the nineties, are conning suckers into pretty expensive purchase. The price of the pillow is about 5,000 rubles, and, of course, you will not experience any therapeutic effect. Doctors especially laugh at the mention that the pillow is a dielectric. Absolutely any pillow, unless it is wet, cannot be a conductor of electric current.
The fact that the pillow gets hard if you are in a bad mood is a complete fantasy. Try to be in a good mood and use the pillow for several days, it will also harden. The granules are pressed and it hardens. Of course, you can refer to flat feet, damage, internal damaged aura and other nonsense, but the fact remains that the physical properties of the pillow do not depend in any way on your internal state.
Often doctors themselves are in the business of selling this marketing crap. Remember that everything that is sold not through certified pharmacies, but through network marketing, will never have the properties that they loudly tell you. If Asonia really helped, clinical trials would be conducted, and the manufacturer would be given the appropriate certificate as a medicinal product. For obvious reasons, the distributors of these pillows do not have anything like that. There are only references to some experiments, but no real documents with protocols!
If you have problems with cervical osteochondrosis, or you don’t get enough sleep, buy yourself a cheaper anatomical pillow, which is distributed by a pharmacy or a company specialized in orthopedic accessories. If you have problems with blood circulation in the brain, suffer from headaches, or often experience depression, visit your local clinic or diagnostic center, undergo a full examination, take a tomography, take all tests, and then consult a good specialist.
Only complex treatment, based on proven medications or the same medicinal plants, can give some result. Moreover, for 5,000 rubles, which you will spend on this terrible Asania, you can actually get all the tests done and find out exactly the cause of your own ailment. Negative reviews do exist, because no documentary evidence is provided, and the sales methods initially smack of “steaming”.
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