I'm about to have shoulder surgery and was recommended to get a wedge pillow for easier sleeping. Is it comfortable to fall asleep sitting up on?
1990860
This is a very firm wedge which is what I needed after tummy tuck surgery I slept well but upright
1990861
I have no problem with it. If you flip it, it goes from a 60 degree angle to about a 45 angle, giving more of a "laid back" feeling. I can sleep just fine when I am experiencing nights with acid reflux.
1990862
It has 2 reclining levels. To change the level, the wedge needs to be flipped. I used it when recovering. It is NOT made for sleeping. However, with the lower level I napped easily. But I did not use it to sleep at night. I did not use the small neck pillow that comes on the wedge and threw it away. Not needed. I highly recommend that pillow for after surgery. It was wonderful! I had so much comfort because of this wedge.
2262017
I'm sure it is as technology is always getting better. I've found this particular shoulder rest to be very comfortable. Its squishy enough to be comfortable but doesn't totally give way like the spongy foam rests.
1943317
No this will not make you sleep on your side. you need a type of wedge pillow to be placed behind you
1055527
I haven't tried it lying down. As Roxy answered, your bottom wouldn't be aligned with the rest of your back. There isn't much "give" to it, so that could be uncomfortable. It might help you with sitting, though. It takes some getting used to. Best wishes for complete recovery.
1863358
I sleep on my side most of the time. One of the things I like about this pillow is that all of the little kernals of \pearlite or whatever it is inside generally hold on to one another. If I scrunch up the pillow so that it supports my head in a higher position, it does that well. It is not foamy or bouncy, so it allows me to lie still and thus helps itself hold the height I wanted it at. Later, if I want it higher or lower, I can almost always get it exactly where I want it. I have even used it to support my head while sitting on the airplane for long periods of time. It can also be smushed down if you want to lie on your back with your head only surrounded and in one place. Great pillow.
137383
Yes, you can lay either on your back or on your side. It took me a while to get used to sleeping on the wedge though so you need to be patient. It also helps to put a pillow under your knees if lying on your back. I also find with reflux if I lie on my left side I'm more comfortable.
551587
I sleep on my side and on my back. The pillow is ver comfortable for the most part but I wish it was bigger in general. I need more support under my neck and I feel it's lacking in that.
1237285
The whole thing is memory foam. I also had a wedge previously which was not. This one is more comfortable and easier on my back. I use one small pillow with it which is also memory foam.
441935
No, Pillows always worked best for me. I have had both shoulders repaired, this would be too high for my shoulder.
210579
Haven't had an issue with comfort. You can sit up or lay back in the chair. Love the purchase and my kids love it too.
1856161
My husband sleeps on his right side all the time with his pillow on top of the wedge and it does not bother him. It is not that drastic of a elevation and the wedge is actually really comfortable, not like a hard support. Hope that helps...:)
410609
I normally sleep on my back, but periodically either turn my head, or turn onto my side, and the pillow still feels great. Because the buckwheat hulls are kind of slippery, you can make a sort of "nest" or crease in the pillow as needed without a problem. The really nice thing I've found is that, even when sleeping on your side, the hulls are firm enough that you are lying comfortably on TOP of the pillow, rather than IN the pillow--no puffing up around your nose to restrict your breathing or worsen your allergies.
771733
I'm sitting in it right now. Yes, it's very comfortable! Super soft fabric, firm-ish cushion, but it's big enough and deep enough that you can lean back. I love it. I bought it because of the reviews of how comfortable it was so I'm not the only one!
1980502
I purchased this pillow following back surgery.O found that it is comfortable to sit on,in a car.But I never could use it on a soft cushioned chair,or couch.I walked around the house,trying it on every chair,and I found that if I took the cushion,out of a hard,wooden seated chair,that I could use this cushion.This is a perfect example of why something that is supposed to be good for body alignment,is not comfortable for everyone.
45307
I have always used it sitting up. I would think it works best that way, but honestly I don't know about lying down with it. I do think you have to be sortof careful not to overinflate it, as you can easily put too much pressure on your cervical spine.
1984273
Nope. I only used for post-surgery. I was not sleeping much anyway . But it's a nice prop for PC or reading.
1121345
It is not the most comfortable chairs if you want to lie on your stomach. You will need to put a pillow on your stomach area because that is where it curves down.