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    Neck pain sufferers - what pillow finally worked for you?

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    7 months ago

    I have been dealing with chronic neck pain for years and have tried at least 10 different pillows. Nothing seems to help.

    Currently using a memory foam contour pillow but I wake up stiff every morning. My chiropractor suggests something that maintains cervical alignment but every pillow claiming to do that has failed me.

    What finally worked for you neck pain folks? I am desperate at this point.

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    Anonymous7 months ago

    Have you tried a water pillow? The Mediflow Water Pillow was recommended by my physical therapist and it actually helped. The water adjusts to your head position throughout the night.

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    Anonymous7 months ago

    Tempur-Pedic Neck Pillow finally worked for me after years of searching. It is expensive but worth it. The contour actually supports my neck properly unlike generic contour pillows.

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    Anonymous7 months ago

    Might sound weird but a buckwheat hull pillow was the answer for me. Fully moldable to your exact neck shape. Takes getting used to the sound/feel but my neck pain is gone.

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