The best pillow provides the right support for your neck and head. This can prevent neck and headaches and contribute to a good night's sleep.
A good pillow must meet several requirements:
- Adjustable in height
- Fits the neck and head
- Made from the best materials
- Correct size
1. The best pillow must be adjustable in height
If the pillow has the right height, your head is aligned with your torso and there are no sideways curves. The neck lies straight and relaxed. It can optimally recover from the strain of the day. The right height varies per person, as it depends on, among other things:
- Shoulder width
- Sleeping position
- Mattress firmness
- Pillow firmness
2. The shape must fit the neck and head
The pillow must follow the contours of the neck and head so that no pressure points occur and the head lies straight. For good neck support, it is necessary that the pillow has proper neck support. Many pillows lack this or it is too wide. This is uncomfortable and leads to tension in the neck.
3. The pillow must be made from the right materials
The material a pillow is made from must provide good support but should not feel hard. It must also be shape-retaining so that the pillow provides the right support throughout the night. Any moisture present should not penetrate too deeply because then it cannot evaporate and causes damage.
Due to its good pressure-distributing properties, memory foam (NASA foam) is preferred. However, it can be quite temperature-sensitive, which can make it unpleasantly hard in winter and no longer properly support the neck.
The best material is therefore a type of memory foam that is not very temperature-sensitive. This ensures good pressure distribution and support, is shape-retaining, and feels comfortable all year round.
4. The size must be right
Many pillows are so wide that the cheek experiences too much counterpressure from the pillow when lying on the side. This can lead to excessive rotation in the neck and can make free breathing difficult. However, a pillow that is too small is also not good, as you have to move the pillow sideways at night when you turn over.
The best pillow: Hi4 Deluxe Pillow by Mikoala
In our webshop, you will find the Hi4 Deluxe Pillow by Mikoala. This pillow is adjustable in 8 heights, fits perfectly to the neck and head, and is made of high-quality memory foam. The pillow was designed by movement scientist Jan Willem Elkhuizen and industrial designer Rick Blom in collaboration with physiotherapists and patients. All the above design requirements were taken into account.
For the very best sleeping position and support, combine the Hi4 Deluxe pillow with the Mikoala Body Pillow. This body pillow helps you stay better on your side, optimizing the effect of the Hi4 Pillow. Order the combination of pillow and body pillow with a nice discount in our webshop.
