Showing posts with label pillows. Show all posts
Showing posts with label pillows. Show all posts

Tuesday, January 5, 2016

Contour's Pillow vs. a Regular Pillow – What's the Difference?

Contour Pillow
Let's face it, there are a ton of pillows out there – those that come in all shapes and sizes. All levels of firm-ness, and virtually any type of customization one could want. If there's an idea for it, it's likely there's a corresponding pillow that's made that idea a reality. But what are the real differences in each of these pillows? 

First, let's look at composition. Like with any product, low-cost items will be made with lower-cost goods; pillows offer a similar scenario. The hard part comes in dealing with items of higher value. Rather than just looking at price, see what each pillow is made from, and how that material might add sleeping perks. Is it hypoallergenic? Those with severe side effects will benefit from pillows that don't breed triggers. Is the pillow made from foam that won't wear? Will it continue to support night after night? Does it offer a single type of foam? Or multiple layers? 

Contour Living pillows are made with durable memory foam, and many pillows come with layers that are made to cradle and support for the long haul. 

Next, consider shape. Most pillows offer a static rectangle setup that can be fluffed and molded at your convenience. And, so long as it's made of supportive fillings (check the above), this can be a spine/neck-healthy way to go. Other pillows come in a form that's best designed for alignment. Be sure to read about your model, no matter what shape it's in, before purchasing. 

Additional factors, such as warranties, product guarantees, as well as company policies, return shipping (if applicable), and customer service should also be taken into consideration when comparing pillows. Before you buy, you want to make sure you'll be taken care of, and won't be left high and dry once your product comes in. 

In fact, that's why so many customers shop Contour Living time and again, great service that is now mirrored with our 90-day Comfort Guarantee policy. Love it or return it on qualifying items, no questions asked. 

Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Customer Reviews: Contour Ortho-Fiber Pillow

Ortho-Fiber Pillow
The comments are in! We've tallied them, organized each mention, and decided upon our most useful feedback. And compiled it so you can help make an informed choice as a consumer. Whether you're looking for comfort, back and neck support, or all of the above, we've got you covered. 

Here's what our customers – first-timers and repeat shoppers – have had to say about this top-selling item, the Contour Ortho-Fiber Pillow. Spoiler: it's a Contour favorite; it's not just the customers getting in on this comfy pillow action!

"I bought this pillow five years ago for my husband, his chiropractor recommended it." 

"This pillow is just the right size! Fits my head perfectly and cradles the neck – no 'getting used to' period needed! Seriously so comfortable!" 

"Haven't slept through the whole night forever. I do now."  

"This pillow gives great support to the neck while sleeping. No matter whether I'm on my side or back, I feel supported to ease neck pain and keep my spine in alignment. Welcome replacement for my older model that I've used for a number of years." 

"It would take me forever to go to sleep, then never a restful sleep. Now 10 minutes and I'm asleep and for all night. Great product!"

"I have trouble sleeping so I was looking for a pillow that would help me breathe and not snore. I use the strips on my nose and elevate myself but my chin would drop down and obstruct my breathing. This pillow does just what I hoped. Thanks."

"Love it. I was looking for one for a long time – to replace the one I had." 

"Pillow was comfortable right away. Supports your head and neck and I wake up in the morning less sore. Thanks so much!"


"This is the second Contour Pillow I've owned, loved the first one, had it about two years. Firmness wore out. I will definitely buy another one when this one loses firmness." 

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

New Product! Contour’s Double Back Cushion

In our ever-growing repertoire of back relief products now comes a brand new revolutionary product: the Double Back Cushion. Contour’s latest release and offering two solutions in one, this new type of cushion is one we’re happy to stock our shelves with … and just in time for the holidays.

But what exactly does this “Double Back” thing have to offer?

As its name suggests, the pillow is two products in one – a stuffed leg pillow and a foam lumbar support wrap. Simply unroll for lumbar structure, or roll into its pillow form for comfort with added height.

The Double Back pillow can be used in a wide variety of combinations so patients can get the most out of their treatment options.

The “duo” works great as a supportive neck pillow; try it on the couch, in the car, or when traveling for a comfortable way to squeeze in some rest. But that’s not all the Double Back Cushion can do. When used on the back, stomach, or legs, it offers some serious relief. Place the pillow between the legs or under the ankles for cushioned relaxation, while the lumbar foam section offers mid and lower back alignment.

For those with ongoing discomfort, the duo is made to offer relief in specific pressure point areas.

Added features:

Sleepers in all positions can use the pillow, whether sleeping on their side, back, or stomach.
The Double Back is made to support both the cervical spine and the lumbar areas.
With this product, spines receive cushioned alignment, along with the hips and knees. No more twisting or pressure during sleep.
In its lumbar position, the pillow is 27 inches long, while its pillow counterpart measures 10.5 inches tall and 8 inches wide.

From holiday shopping to personalized back support, Contour’s new Double Back Cushion has something to offer everyone.

Shop today to receive our special intro sale price.

Monday, August 6, 2012

CPAP Therapy Resources

Sleep Apnea patients and CPAP Therapy users - If you haven't heard about our CPAP Pillows yet - please take a look.   Below is a short video on our CPAPMax Pillow - the latest in our line of bed pillows created specifically for CPAP therapy patients.     It allows you to sleep better, accommodating your mask and reducing leaks and pressure points.  

Plus, Contour has a line of CPAP accessories designed to improve your overall sleep experience, from daily cleaners to tubing covers, we have you covered.    You can find the CPAP category of products here:   http://www.contourliving.com/c-38-cpap-supply.aspx

There is also a great facebook resource for CPAP users and Sleep Apnea patients called http://www.facebook.com/CPAPPillow.  Filled with lots of good information on the subject.  Plus, it's great community of users who share their opinions on what works and what doesn't.


Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Submit a Testimonial, Win $50!

We Want to Hear From You!

Win a $50 Gift Card!

Send us a testimonial for one of our Contour Products branded items - we'll send you a $50 Gift Card! PLUS you will be placed into our drawing for a chance to win a Twist Neck Pillow just for entering! We'll choose two random winners from all submissions 2X per month.


Be creative! We are looking for short but detailed submission featuring content of you, our customer, describing your experiences with any Contour Products item. Submissions may be video or text content with a picture.


Tell us how much you love our bed pillows, or how the Mattress Genie helps with acid reflux, or even how your husband’s sleep apnea therapy has improved with our Contour CPAP pillows. We want to hear how our products are improving your life! Tell us how youhave created a whole new or odd way to use one of our products that even WE haven’t thought of!


Any and all are welcome, keeping in mind that all submissions should include:


A. A specific product of ours you or a loved one uses frequently and how it has positively affected a condition, problem or your lifestyle

B. A first and last name as well as the city and state

C. Permission in the E-mail to use your testimonial on our websites, in online videos, our blogs sites and on our Facebook pages.


We'll select two random entries each month to receive a Twist Pillow. Plus, if we use your testimonial on our website (ContourLiving.com) or blog, we'll send you a $50 gift card from a national retailer!


Testimonials should be sent to: cpappillow or contourliving.

Monday, November 14, 2011

New Funny As Seen On TV Infomercial for Contour Cloud Pillows

See how the Contour Cloud Pillow can improve almost every aspect of your life - It's not just for sleeping anymore!

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Leg Pillow's "Secret" to a Good Night's Rest

What may be the solution to the start of a long night ahead is properly aligning the neck, back and hips. With the right tool, this can be a quick and easy fix. Simply placing a quality crafted pillow in between the inner legs or thighs is the adequate support needed for proper alignment. Contour Products created a line of leg pillows as a solution.  Try the Contour Leg Memory Foam Pillow, the Original Contour Leg Pillow - a slightly more supportive version with standard foam, or the Contour Secret Leg Pillow which combines a foam core surrounded by a fiber fill layer.


Do you ever find yourself settling in for a nice, relaxing night of rest, laying comfortably in between soft, warm blankets, ready to release the stress of the day but just can't seem to find that perfect "spot?" The pillow isn't fluffy enough so your neck aches. The mattress feels firm laying on your side so your knees and back ache. Tossing and turning seems to be the theme.

Regardless of the leg pillow model, the patented contour design supports and aligns the lower body, relieving uncomfortable pressure from the hips and back, keeping the knees elevated from rubbing one another. These Contour Leg Pillows fit the contour of your legs perfectly, allowing for optimal support and comfort, maintaining the same shape all night.

Friday, July 29, 2011

Free Shipping on Pillows and Back Support

Get Free Shipping on your purchase of pillows, wedge and sleep cushion and back support products at Contour Living.  This weekend only!

Buy $50 or more and enter coupon "FREE50" during checkout.  We'll remove your shipping charges and still ship your order the next business day!

Save on our new CPAPmax pillow for sleep apnea - our next generation CPAP bed pillow ships free!

Try our new Flip Pillow - It combines a bed pillow and wedge pillow in one.  Simply arrange this unique cushion in one of four positions to get the support you need.

Order a set of our Contour brand bed pillows - you'll save $10 off the single price of two pillows, plus, you'll get free shipping!

Thursday, January 17, 2008

Reduce Snoring: Advice and a New Pillow Help!

Welcome Contour Living and Back to Health subscribers. This week we're focusing on snoring - and how to reduce or stop it. We're happy to introduce our newest product: The European Anti-Snore Pillow, plus Tips on How to Reduce Snoring. Some quick facts about our new pillow:
  • Adjustable anti-snore air chamber positions your head and neck to help prevent snoring via an easy to use inflate valve.
  • The pillow’s curved shape accommodates your neck area.
  • Open cell, natural latex foam regulates moisture and warmth and provides a soft, supportive sleeping surface.
  • Promotes side sleeping.
  • Family members will sleep better with reduced snoring.
  • Quilted cover is removable for washing
  • Fits in queen size pillow case.
  • Backed by a five year guarantee.


Comfortably position your head and neck for improved airway alignment to reduce the most common causes of snoring, like sleeping on your back. A built-in air chamber in the center of this pillow allows adjustable support to help keep you off your back during the night. Simply inflate the air bubble with the connected tube to the desired height.
The anti-snore pillow is made of natural latex foam flocks that regulate moisture and warmth and provide a soft, supportive sleeping surface. The pillow is curved to accommodate your neck area, and its anatomical shape ensures proper support during the night. The high quality Euro soft cotton cover is quilted for added comfort and luxury, and can be removed for washing. The pillow fits a queen size case and looks normal on your bed. The Anti-Snore pillow is backed by a five year guarantee. Learn more or purchase your Anti-Snore Pillow here   http://www.contourliving.com

This Week's Featured Article:

Advice on How to Stop Snoring
Some helpful advice for reducing snoring:
  • One cause of snoring is sleeping on your back (head up). Sleeping in this position can limit the free flow of air through the breathing passageways. A simple change of positions, to one such as sleeping on your side, can help open the passage and enable easier (and quieter) breathing.
  • Excess weight can enlarge the internal organs in the breathing passageway and can also contribute to snoring. Maintain a healthy weight and you'll reduce this cause of snoring. In addition, a healthy diet will improve your over-all well-being and produce more productive sleep.
  • Nasal congestion and allergies will also block air passageways and make it difficult to breath during sleep. The symptoms associated with congestion and allergies will be especially worse if you are sleeping on your back.
  • Don't smoke. Yet another healthy reason not smoke, (as if you need another one).
  • Avoid drinking alcohol before bedtime and limit overall alcohol intake.
  • Avoid overeating, especially "heavy" meals before bedtime. .
  • Certain over-the-counter medicines designed for sleeping or dealing with symptoms of congestion, colds or allergies can cause breathing airway relaxation and help make sleeping a noisy activity.




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Friday, March 2, 2007

Save Your Neck!

Save Your Neck!

The single most common reason for neck pain is poor posture, plain and simple. Sitting for prolonged periods hunched over a computer, for example, can do it, as can poor sleeping posture. Many people respond to stress by tensing up their neck muscles, which over time, can lead to neck pain as well as headaches. All of the above can cause painful conditions such as neck strain or even pinched nerves.

Neck strain is most often the result of sleeping in an awkward position. This puts tension on the muscles that run along the back of your neck. If you experience neck stiffness upon waking in the morning, this is most likely what has happened. A good way to relieve the pain and loosen muscles is to stand under a hot shower and lit the water run on the nape of your neck. Press your chin to your chest to stretch out those neck muscles for about 30 seconds. Then hold your head back, pause, and flex forward again. Now roll your neck from side to side a few times. This should help to ease the stiffness and pain.

It has been estimated that 70% of all pinched nerves are caused by poor posture. Basically, a pinched nerve means that a disc that sits between two nerves in the neck has probably been bumped out of place. In addition to the pain that you feel in your neck, you may also experience some numbness and/or a tingling sensation in your arms and hands. You’ll need to seek medical attention for this one. Your care giver will likely prescribe neck-stretching exercises to alleviate pain and improve your neck’s muscles to keep the disc in place. Something you can do at home? Improve your posture. Be sure that your head doesn’t bend forward too much. When you are seated in proper posture, you should be able to draw a straight line from your ears to your shoulders on down to the hips.

Below are some additional ideas that you can do at home to help cut down on neck pain:


  • Take a bath towel and fold it lengthwise. Wrap it around your neck before bedtime

  • Try aspirin, naproxen or ibuprofen to relieve pain and inflammation – use as directed

  • Massage your neck muscles

  • Relax - Take deep breaths, shrug your shoulders

  • Support your head and neck all night long with our Contour Cloud and Contour Crescent memory foam pillows

  • Use the Contour Twist Pillow for head and neck support while traveling, relaxing or almost any sedentary activity.