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The Best Pillow for a Good Night’s Sleep: Why Flexi Pillows Stand Out

As chiropractors, we often emphasize the importance of maintaining proper spinal alignment while sleeping. One essential element that can significantly impact your sleep quality and spinal health is the pillow you use. While there are various types of pillows on the market, I’d like to shine a spotlight on the benefits of Flexi pillows and why they might just be the best pillow for a restorative night’s sleep.

Understanding Your Sleep Position

Before we dive into the advantages of Flexi pillows, it’s crucial to consider your sleep position. This will help you determine the best pillow for your needs:

  1. Back Sleepers: Those who sleep on their backs require a pillow that supports the natural curve of the neck without thrusting the head forward.
  2. Side Sleepers: Side sleepers need a loftier pillow that fills the gap between the neck and shoulders, maintaining alignment with the spine.
  3. Stomach Sleepers: For stomach sleepers, a flatter pillow is often best as it prevents the neck from turning excessively and helps keep the spine aligned.

Understanding your sleep position is the first step toward finding the right pillow.

The Benefits of Flexi Pillows

1. Adjustable Loft

One of the standout features of Flexi pillows is their adjustable loft. Many models come with removable layers, allowing you to customize the height and firmness to suit your specific sleep position and personal comfort preferences. This customization promotes optimal spinal alignment and can relieve pressure points, leading to a more restful sleep.

2. Spinal Alignment

Flexi pillows are designed with ergonomic principles in mind, helping you maintain a neutral spine whether you sleep on your back or side. Good spinal alignment is essential for preventing discomfort and tension. The right pillow can alleviate headaches, neck pain, and back pain by supporting the natural curves of your body.

3. Breathable Materials

Many Flexi pillows are made from breathable materials that promote airflow, reducing the risk of overheating during the night. Our sleep quality can be significantly affected by temperature, and a breathable pillow can help you maintain a comfortable sleeping environment.

4. Versatility

Flexi pillows are often malleable, allowing you to shape them according to your needs. This versatility provides more support regardless of how you move during the night. If you experience discomfort or find a specific position awkward, you can easily adjust the pillow for better support.

5. Ideal for Allergies

Many Flexi pillows are made from hypoallergenic materials, making them suitable for allergy sufferers. They resist mold, dust mites, and other allergens, promoting a healthier sleep environment. If you have sensitivities, choosing a Flexi pillow can help mitigate any nighttime reactions.

Choosing the Right Flexi Pillow

When selecting a Flexi pillow, consider the following factors:

  • Material: Look for high-quality foam or memory foam options that offer durability and support.
  • Adjustability: Ensure the pillow has layers or zippers to allow for height adjustments.
  • Cover: A removable and washable cover is essential for easy maintenance and hygiene.

Investing in a quality pillow is as crucial as selecting a comfortable mattress. With various types of pillows available, Flexi pillows stand out due to their adjustability, support, and breathability, making them an excellent choice for individuals seeking better spinal alignment and overall sleep quality.

As chiropractors, we encourage you to assess your sleep habits and invest in a pillow that suits your needs. Remember, a good night’s sleep is foundational for your health and well-being, and finding the right pillow could be a game-changer. Sleep well, and wake up refreshed!

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Stuck With Jaw Pain?

Are you one of those people that find you have a clicking jaw and at times feel the soreness going from your mouth all the way into your head?

Well you may be one of the lucky ones suffering from TMJ dysfunction also known as jaw pain!

What Are The Symptoms Of Jaw Pain?

Headaches

Neck Pain

– Jaw Clicking Sounds

– Jaw Pain

– Soreness In Temples

– Pain On Chewing

How Can I Improve My Jaw Pain?

Jaw pain is dependant on allot of factors. Obviously structure is the main issue at hand although we also have to acknowledge that there will be a functional element. 9 times out of 10 we will find that with the jaw clicking there will be changes to how the jaw opens and closes and which way it moves to achieve a “normal” opening or closing state. The quickest way to improve your jaw pain will be to get assessed and diagnosed from a TMJ specialist.

How Can Chiropractors Help With Jaw Pain?

Our chiropractors are TMJ specialists and understand how to improve the areas of the jaw. It is not uncommon for us to see people suffering from associated symptoms such as headaches and in turn making changes to decrease those symptoms for the better. Our chiropractors use many different techniques focusing on the surrounding musculature of the jaw and using low force techniques to make changes to the functional aspect of the jaw.

If you are someone who is currently suffering from jaw pain and headaches give our clinic a call on 9302 1023 or book online today!

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Can Chiropractic Care help TMJ Pain?

The TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint) can become one those areas that makes an annoying clicking sounds to one that brings on excruciating headaches and face pain. It is the main joint that connect your jaw to your skull and has many ligaments, muscles and nerves associated with the region. Most common causes of Jaw pain are due to stress, trauma, arthritis, grinding your teeth, clenching or joint dysfunction.

What are Symptoms of TMJ?

  • Neck pain
  • Headaches or Migraines
  • Ear or Tooth Aches
  • Face pain when chewing or biting
  • Tenderness in the area, face jaw or neck
  • Pain when opening the mouth
  • Clicking or popping jaw sounds
  • Ear ringing
  • Dizziness

How Chiropractic Care Helps TMJ pain

Chiropractic Adjustments

Our Chiropractors may use adjustments on your jaw if we see there is a need to. Most of the times only 5 to 10% of cases need to be adjusted as muscles in the area are usually the main problem.

Exercises or Stretches

We recommend certain exercises or stretches to help alleviate tension within the region. Usually due to the extreme tightness within the jaw gentle stretches and exercises can help out allot, especially with preventing flareups of the region.

Massage or Trigger Point Therapy

Chiropractors may use soft tissue release techniques especially trigger points in the area as muscle bundles tend to form. Surrounding musculature may also be involved and will be treated accordingly based on the examination findings.

Postural Issues / Sleeping Habits

Our Chiropractors will also look at your posture and check for any related issues to the problem. Sleeping habits and lifestyle changes such as standing desks or better sitting ergonomics can go a long way especially with upper body tension and tightness.

Tips To Help Reduce TMJ pain

  • Using Heat or Ice packs help to relax the facial muscles surrounding the TMJ area.
  • Gentle Stretches to the area can help improve joint mobility (Open, close and side to side movements)
  • Changes to sleeping habits (Change Pillows)

Note* If you are currently suffering from any problematic concerns such as jaw pain, neck or back pain, are wondering what we do on your first chiropractic session or would like to make a booking, you can always contact us to find out more! Online bookings available 7 days a week Saturdays and Sundays @ https://themelbournechiropractor.com.au/book-now

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