Also, a molded side sleeper pillow like this one is great to cradle your cast/splint while bed bound.
Contoured memory foam. It is literally the only pillow I can sleep on, and I have to replace it every 3 years or so because they do get worn out.
For sure. Here is an example. Lots come with adjustable lift depending on size. Key is to have your spine straight in both directions when you sleep. This pillow helps tremendously with my sleep posture.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079FK5QKD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_PC6T334WVBZB3YYG98ZV
I'm a side sleeper and I really love this one. UTTU Sandwich Pillow, Adjustable... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079FK5QKD?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
It has a sort of groove to decrease the pressure on your jaw and ear. I can tell if I travel and accidentally forget my pillow that I'm more likely to have symptoms.
I think best case scenario for TMJD sufferers is back sleeping, but if you're like me and inevitability roll to your side, having a good pillow helps.
I like the full circle rather than the U shape of a travel pillow because the full head needs support (though I just have the top of the U at the top of my dome to fix that). I'd say go full comfort and add neck support. Might end up looking like an O with a horizontal tube at the bottom. The neck support should sit higher than the face portion but not ridiculously so.
I sleep on one of these bad boys. and have been tempted to drill a hole in the middle lol.
In general though, that looks pretty thin/not supportive. People won't care if their ear feels ok if their neck hurts too much to move so keep in mind over all comfort, that would give you a leg up on travel pillows.
Custom removable covers are a must!!
Looking good though. Good luck with your assignment!
Huh, I kinda didn't know that was possible. All I've got is a regular link lol
So far my favorite is this one: https://www.smile.amazon.com/dp/B079FK5QKD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_ZKXQ36F1DQQ9HZPG7Y5C?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
What I like about it is that you can adjust the height yourself
I've got 3 more left to try out though so we'll see which one ultimately wins out!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079FK5QKD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabt1_TpRUFbSSGJ1RP
This is what I use. It has an incert that you can take in or out and different sized humps on each side so that there are four levels of humps for different people depending on their body size/perference.
I love this pillow and feel that it has helped reduce stress of side sleeping on my jaw. I've finally begun to sleep on my back a good bit and it's comfortable on my back as well.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079FK5QKD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabt1_TpRUFbSSGJ1RP
This is what I use. There are lots of variations if you type in "tmj pillow" on amazon. The one I have has an incert that you can take in or out and different sized humps on each side so that there are four levels of humps for different people depending on their body size/perference.
I am also a side sleeper with TMJ, and the same issues were occurring to me. I shopped around and found this pillow that has been very helpful to me: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079FK5QKD?ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_product_details&th=1
It allows your head to rest comfortably while supporting your cervical spine and shoulders. Shop around, see what you think though. Good luck!
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get an ergonomic memory foam pillow. your problems probably arent soley caused by your bad pillows but it is contributing. i got the sandwich pillow:
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my pain has significantly improved