Memory foam pillows are popular, and if you're looking for an alternative to traditional pillows, this might appeal to you. But do they provide more support for your head and neck, and help you sleep better? Memory foam is made of polyurethane, which is a type of plastic. You can find it in a variety of products such as sofas, mattresses, insulation, and spray foam.
It gets its name from the fact that it can change shape under pressure, but return to its original shape when the pressure is gone. This allows it to adjust to your individual body shape and gives you extra head and neck support. The support the memory foam pillow gives you helps you sleep in the position that best suits your spine, supporting the natural curve of your cervical spine. It is made up of the first seven bones that make up your neck.
To help you do this, memory foam pillows come in a variety of shapes and sizes, from traditional, fluffy rectangles to curved orthopedic models designed for back and side sleepers. When you sleep on your back, gravity keeps your body centered in your spine and keeps the banana-shaped curve of your neck intact. If you prefer to sleep on your back, experts recommend that you should use a small round headrest to support your neck and a flat pillow to support the rest of your head.