Can this be used for sleeping on the lower back instead of the neck?
1469893
I would say not. It's VERY firm and at the top of the 1/2 round, almost 5" high. It doesn't collapse enough for the lower back. I got mine as a brace for an arm during the night. I have a bad shoulder and this has been just the right size to support my arm.
1469894
It's a very firm pillow, which is why I did so much research to find one like it. All others I tried lost their firmness quite quickly. As far as laying on for the lower back, unless it's for exercise purpose, yes you could place it at the lower back. But other than that, I would think it would be too firm to try to sleep with, unless that is what you are looking for.
1469895
I use it more for support of the lumbar area while I'm sitting up on the bed. This pillow's material is tougher/harder than most memory foam pillows or even most memory mattress toppers, thus sleeping with it underneath my back all night becomes too uncomfortable. Hope that helps.
1911008
Yes, you can. It is very versatile and you can sleep with it on your back or side. I would recommend the petite size for women, like the one I have. The full size is more suitable for men.
1551189
I'm not sure, but I did find that if I adjusted the position of the back part, it worked better. For me it's at the base of my skull. You might be able to find relief by experimentation. It would at least keep you in the dark, which is better for sleep. Sorry I couldn'y be more help.
1552288
I use it for sleeping on my side. I guess you need to decide how high you are comfortable having your head when you lie on your back.
1716455
Yes, you can. I do it all the time. The problem for me is that after a few hours of sleep the pillow begins to give way, scrunches and flattens. Hope this helps.
1205260
The Back is thinner and flat so YES! For the first time in my life I can sleep on my back (57 years). With my Sleep Apnea this is the only pillow that I get a full night sleep.Even when I left the apnea machine home accidentally I used this in the motel and got a great night sleep.
710411
I used it for my lower back close to the tailbone area. I'm sure you can use it for the tailbone area also.
1930642
I think so... you can check the sleep innovations site ...they do recommend this pillow for back sleepers.
1341876
Yes!! Of course. It's mostly used for sleeping. I purchased a mattress pad to make it more comfortable.
774518
Yes. TheHeasRight provides ideal midline support ( head aligned to body) for side sleeping on either side, while it provides spinal corrective support in back sleeping position.
339305
I use this half pillow under my knees when I sleep because I sleep on my back. It holds up better than a pillow though, so I would think that it would work best under your neck/head as a side sleeper.
1518805
I use it in a chair at home and it helps with neck pain but you shouldnt fall asleep in this, it can cause more problems if you turn your head sideways in it while asleep.Its best suited for laying on flat hard surface.A u shaped neck pillow might be best for plane seat/ trip.
1600119
Yes, in my opinion it will work for all sleep positions for added neck support. Very comfortable and good support for minor to moderate neck issues. It is an excellent neck brace for everyday use as well. If you are active and have had different joint issues while using braces and supporters this is a great one for your neck/cervical spine. Nice to use around the house as well as out and about if needed. It really is an excellent neck brace for everyday use.
660002
Not exactly sure of your question. If you are a back sleeper, it should work fine. Side sleeping puts a great deal of pressure on your hips. Doesn't work for stomach sleeping either.
1902060
This isn't a pillow for sitting on. It's for resting the back of your neck and head on, or maybe your elbow when you are sitting in a chair. My mother-in-law is bedfast and uses it for her bed pillow.
1505518
Perhaps it is how you are using your OPTP pillow and regular pillow. I found that if I just used the OPTP pillow - slept on my back on side with it under my neck - AND a very soft, almost flat down or similar pillow for my head that my back didn't hurt. it takes a few nights to get used to the OPTP pillow.
804340
I use this pillow as a side sleeper but sometimes on my back. I receive excellent support both ways. I would say that it would depend on a person's build though.