Sleep Better with Neck Alignment

There are few things worse than waking up with a crick in one’s neck. It’s painful, ongoing, and make it difficult to make it through the rest of the day. At least without turning one’s entire body each time you need to rotate your head. And while these pains might not be an everyday occurrence, when they do take place, they are less than comfortable to deal with.

Sleeping with a more supportive pillow, however, can work to reduce those cricks each and every night. Because neck-based pillows are designed specifically to cradle the spine and upper portions of the back, bones are better kept in place and held there throughout various sleeping positions. Meanwhile, muscles are kept from pinching or becoming displaced as you move. (Generally, neck pains happen when we’re sleeping, because we’re too relaxed to feel excess pressure put on muscles. Neck muscles also create more pain due to an increase in sensitivity levels.) 

When opting for versions with memory foam, you can even create a more comfortable pillow simply by using it. Each night you sleep, the pillow will better form to your body and create a custom fit. While additional add-ons, such as cooling foam, head cutouts, and more, offer a more personalized sleeping experience for each user. Sleepers are also proven to get deeper, longer periods of sleep with these type of bed products. Because they allow you to become (and stay) more comfortable, REM cycles will take place without interruption. (You can even learn more about individual cycles by talking with your doctor or a sleep expert.)

To learn more about supporting your neck while you sleep, head to Contour Living and check out our various options. Have a question or comment? Live chat with a specialist and find the best fit for you!

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Rest Easy with the Contour Cloud Pillow

With the Contour Cloud Memory Foam Pillow, sleeping just got a whole lot better. Thanks to its memory foam and supportive features, those of all shapes and sizes (and sleeping preferences) can gain a customizable surface to sleep on each and every night. The more you sleep on the Cloud Pillow, the easier it will be to shape and contour your neck and head into a restful night of sleep.  

Best of all, this takes place while you’re sleeping. (An ultra comfortable, deeper, and more relaxed version of sleep.) No extra work required. Simply lay down to rest each night and work toward a better fitting pillow in the process. While also receiving the neck and bone support your spine needs in order to create proper alignment. 

Additional Cloud Pillow Features

• Made with three layers to create a maximum level of body comfort and support
• Stiffer bottom layer to improve the pillow’s integrity and to keep it from sinking or “bottoming out”
• Comfort ridges that allow airflow and constant cooling abilities
• Smart curved design that supports the neck while still leaving room for the shoulders
• Choose from a queen or a king sized model to find the perfect fit

Customers also receive a pillow case made just for the Cloud Pillow’s dimensions so you can ensure your model is clean at all times. (Additional cases available with order.) 

Whether you suffer from a difficulty sleeping that just won’t go away or are just looking for a healthy way to improve your spine alignment, the Contour Cloud Pillow can provide just what you’re looking for. With its help you can sleep your way to better, more relaxing sleep each time you crawl into bed. 

Order yours today to receive a discount – for a limited time. Purchase two or more and receive free shipping!

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Sleep on Cloud 9 with Contour’s Cloud Memory Foam Pillow

Having “slept on a cloud” may sound line a growing cliché. Where, in the land of dreams, sleepers enter at their leisure, obtain a wonderful night of rest, and then return to their beds, fully recharged and ready to take on the day. (There may or may not be a realm of floating clouds that play harp music 24 hours a day, too.) Cheesy as that may sound, it also seems like a great way to spend the night. No one wants to toss and turn, or wake up with a crook in the neck.

So stop waking up in pain already! If it’s as easy as getting some new gear for your bed, why not take action for more restful, comfortable nights?

With the help of the Contour Cloud Memory Foam Pillow you can gain access to a pillow that fits your form every time you use it. The more nights’ sleep you’ve had with the Cloud, the better it will fit your head and neck shape -- and all while you’re catching some Zs. Simply stick to your regular nighttime routine to see immediate results in comfort, pain relief, and added support.

Build with three layers of quality materials, sleepers can rest assured this pillow will lead them to the perfect night’s sleep they’ve always wanted.

Why Three Layers?

The Cloud Memory Foam Pillow comes with multiple layers for a specific reason – each has its own duty in the process of custom head support. First comes a white, soft memory foam layer; this section molds to your head and back to provide a level of comfort we call “cloud-like.” Next, the yellow, more firm layer works to support the head and neck as you sleep. This area of the pillow helps reduce aches and pains by holding the spine steady. Both of those layers sit atop a blue “support base,” which works to keep the entire pillow in place. Without it, the Cloud’s lifespan would be significantly reduced, as it holds all the pieces together in a firm upright position.

The Cloud pillow is also created in a unique shape so that it can hold the head and neck in place at the same time, but without compromising one or the other.

With everything the Cloud Memory Foam pillow has to offer, it’s no wonder it’s our number one pillow! Try it for yourself to achieve a comfortable, cloud-like sleeping experience.

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Top 3 Neck Exercises & Stretches for Beginners

The key to preventing neck injuries is in developing strength and flexibility in your neck.  Although there are many exercises you can perform to improve your neck muscles. The following three very simple stretches and exercises are for beginners.  As with all neck exercise always begin in the neutral position.  Neutral position is when the body is aligned and relaxed. Also, as with any exercises you should always do these and any exercises under the guidance of your doctor.  Neck exercises should be performed in a slow and controlled manner.

1. Chin Tuck
The chin tuck is the most popular and easiest exercise you can do to help correct your posture, prevent getting a rounded back and an unnatural forward head position; both of 
which are more likely to occur as you age.  You can perform the chin tuck either from a standing, sitting or lying down position as long as you begin in the neutral position.  

From a neutral position, begin with your head facing forward and gently push your chin back to form somewhat of a double chin and hold for a few seconds. Repeat.  Be sure not to raise or lower the head.  You should be looking straight ahead.  It may be helpful to perform this in front of a mirror or start with your back straight against a door or wall.

2. Shoulder Blade Squeeze 
There are several different methods for the shoulder blade squeeze and you will want to find one that is best for you.  This exercise will help strengthen your neck and improve your posture.  Begin sitting in a neutral position with your chin slightly tucked in.  Place your hands on the tops of your thighs.  Slowly pull shoulders back and squeeze your shoulder blades together.  Hold for a few seconds. Repeat.

3. Head Rotation
This exercise will help strengthen and stretch the neck rotators and relieve stiffness in your neck.  It is very important to begin this exercise either standing or sitting in the neutral position with the head and neck in proper axial alignment.  Once in the proper position slowly turn your head to one, hold for a few seconds then turn back to the center and repeat on the opposite side.  Always remember to keep your body in proper alignment throughout the entire exercise movement.  

Contour Products offers a variety of neck pillows and related products.

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