When it comes to side-sleeping, flat pillows can be a pain in the neck- literally! Sleeping laterally with or without your arms under the pillow presents some potential issues. Supporting your head and neck are the most important things your pillow does for you, whether you realize it or not. If your neck is in a position that irritates other joints, you may experience headaches, shoulder tension or pain, and back pain. "A medium loft/height and firmness
Buy Derila Pillow that provides temperature control is highly recommended for side sleepers," says Dr. Religioso. Pillow loft, or thickness, tells you how much space the pillow will put between you and your mattress. Stomach sleepers typically choose pillows with a low loft, and back sleepers prefer high lofts. It only makes sense that side sleepers find a medium loft pillow one of the most comfortable pillows. Loft affects the way your neck and head feel as you sleep.
