Why Your Pillow is the Unsung Hero of Sleep Health
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When people talk about better sleep, the mattress usually steals the spotlight. But here’s the truth: your pillow plays just as big a role — if not bigger. Think of it as the steering wheel for your spine. Get it wrong, and the whole system is off course.
The Role of a Pillow in Sleep Quality
- Spinal alignment: Your pillow should keep your head, neck, and shoulders in natural alignment.
- Pressure relief: It should cradle without collapsing, reducing strain on muscles.
- Sleep stage protection: Proper alignment helps you reach and stay in REM and deep sleep.
Signs Your Pillow is Failing You
- Waking with neck stiffness
- Flipping/stacking pillows to get comfortable
- Feeling hot and restless during the night
- Morning headaches or shoulder tension
How the Right Pillow Transforms Sleep
A well‑designed pillow doesn’t just comfort you; it actively supports the physiological processes of rest. It helps your muscles relax, your circulation flow, and your nervous system downshift.
Plush Lab’s View
That’s why Plush Lab designed the first pillow with massaging ridges and multi‑zone ergonomic support. It adapts to side, back, and combo sleepers — because no two bodies (or nights) are the same.