One of the most standard types of memory foam pillows is contour memory foam pillow, which is made out of a piece of memory foam cut out to form into a usual sizing of regular pillows (such as king, queen, double).
Contour memory foam pillows are unique as they have features such as two ridges on the lower and upper part of the pillow, leaving a shallow crease in the middle dedicated for your head. Due to its shape, the lower part supports the neck, ensuring that it remains in line with the rest of your head.
“Memory foam can alleviate pain by relieving painful pressure points,” says Dr. Gromer, sleep specialist for Sleep Institute. “However, it can’t be used for patients experiencing sleep apnea or other sleep-breathing conditions.”
When you’re lying in a contour memory foam pillow, the body’s heat helps to mold the particular points, supporting the body’s curves and natural lines. This way, it helps alleviate pain and thus promotes more restful and comfortable relaxation, overall, transforming the way you sleep.
Many side sleepers can feel uncomfortable upon waking up. This situation is due to the lack of support in the neck. You’ll notice a feeling when you wake up like you’re raising your shoulders all night to counterbalance the space between your mattress and neck, which is not good. However, the contour memory foam pillow is designed to nestle into your neck and provide adequate support, so your shoulders don’t need to do it.
Contour Memory Foam Pillow vs. Regular Pillow
Contour memory foam pillows offer many advantages compared to traditional pillows. They’re more comfortable since they adapt to the shape of the head and shoulders. Unlike traditional pillows, this kind of pillow doesn’t push your head upwards while sleeping; instead, it accommodates well with your sleeping position.
