Choose the right pillow to prevent cervical spondylosis
The causes of cervical spondylosis are many, and the neck is in an unsuitable position for a long time is one of the causes, which means that it is possible that the neck is in an uncomfortable position for a long time in work or play. It may also occur in the night sleep, pillow is not suitable for one of the important factors. The right pillow is conducive to maintaining the normal physiological curve of the human spine. Ensure that the body does not deform the physiological curvature of the neck during sleep. An adult. 1/4-1/3 of the day is spent in sleep (on the pillow), so the pillow must be suitable for the physiological requirements of the neck, in the choice of pillow should pay attention to the following points.
Pillow height
Pillow too high: will make the neck pressure is too large, causing neck pain, head lack of oxygen, headache, dizziness, ear whimpering and insomnia and other cases of cerebral neurasthenia, prone to osteophytes, caused by the pillow, cervical spondylosis.
Pillow too low: will destroy the normal curvature of the cervical vertebrae, easy to cause an imbalance in blood supply caused by congestion and swelling of the nasal mucosa, thus affecting breathing. The pillow is too low will also make the neck and shoulders sore after waking up, in addition to too small pillow will affect the sense of security when sleeping. So the pillow should not be too high or too low, to maintain the body’s physiological curve as the best. Generally speaking, supine on the pillow, the pillow high to the central pillow under pressure state 8-15 cm is appropriate, or according to the formula { shoulder width a wide) ÷ 2, and in the ends of the pillow should be higher than the central about 10 cm, because when lying on the side, the shoulders under the pad. It will make the cervical spine bend, increasing the height of both ends of the pillow can eliminate this adverse effect.
Reasonable hardness
The pillow is too hard. The contact area with the head is small, the pressure increases, the scalp is not comfortable.
Pillow is too soft, it is difficult to maintain a certain height, cervical muscle fatigue, not conducive to sleep, and head trapped between them, affecting blood circulation. Therefore, the pillow should be selected slightly softer, without losing a certain degree of hardness.
Good texture
For the treatment of neck push disease, the texture of the pillow core is also a very important factor, the pillow core to have a soft feeling and good elasticity (if the pillow elasticity is too strong. The head is constantly subjected to additional elasticity, easy to produce muscle fatigue and injury), breathability, moisture resistance, moisture absorption, etc.
Optional pillow materials
Duck down. Warm, soft texture, suitable for winter, cold body.
Pu velvet. Soft texture, good breathability, can be adjusted at any time the height.
Mung bean shell. Mainly used in summer, good ventilation, cool and summer heat, better if added with the right amount of tea or mint.
Raising wheat skin, rice husk. Inexpensive, breathable, can always adjust the height of the pillow.
Those who have the conditions can choose slow rebound pillow core. This is the best. But the relative price is relatively high.
In summary, a good pillow should have the following characteristics: curved shape in line with the neck push physiological bending: pillow core can support the whole section of the cervical spine, so that the neck muscle to get full relaxation and rest; pillow core breathability is good. Avoid aggravating the neck discomfort due to moisture. Pillows should be replaced promptly in the following cases
In the absence of other physical diseases, often feel numbness and soreness of the neck after rising in the morning.
The pillow loses elasticity
The pillow has lumpy, bumpy phenomenon. And the filling has a moisture odor. Many people say that it is more trouble to choose a pillow in this way, in fact, some finished products on the market are in line with the above requirements, but the mix of fish and dragon, the quality is mixed. Sometimes need professional guidance.