How do you know if your pillow is too high or too low?
A good nights sleep starts with a great pillow. A pillow that keeps your neck and spine in a neutral position. But how do you know if your pillow is too high or too low? In this article you will learn the ideal height for your pillow.
How to spot a pillow that is too high or too low
If you often wake with unexplained issues such as headaches back pain neck pain or stiffness it is worth taking a closer look at your pillow. It may be too high or too low. These signs can point the way
| Pillow too high | Pillow too low |
|---|---|
| Your head is pushed forwards or upwards. Lying on your back your chin tilts too close to your chest. | You feel a gap between your head and shoulder. The pillow does not fill this space enough. |
| You often wake with neck shoulder or back pain. | Your neck feels overextended because your head tilts too far back. |
| You feel tension or stiffness in your neck and shoulders especially in the morning. | You feel tension or stiffness in your neck and shoulders especially in the morning. |
| You regularly have headaches due to poor spinal alignment. | You get headaches because your muscles have to work too hard while you sleep. |
What is the right pillow height?
The ideal height depends on your body shape and your sleeping position. Broad shoulders usually call for a thicker pillow. If you mostly sleep on your stomach a flatter pillow is often best. When you buy a new pillow make sure your neck and spine form a straight line without your head tipping too far up or down. Also check there is no empty space between the pillow and your neck or shoulders.
Guidelines by sleeping position
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Side sleepers ten to fifteen centimetres extra thick pillow
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Back sleepers eight to twelve centimetres medium height pillow
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Stomach sleepers a thin or flat pillow up to eight centimetres
Psst did you know most Cloudpillo pillows are adjustable You can create the perfect height for your sleeping style 🙌
How to test if a pillow is too high or too low
Testing whether your new pillow is too high or too low? Follow these steps and ask someone to take a look. It is hard to judge your spinal alignment on your own.
1. Lie on your bed in the position you usually sleep.
2. Rest your head on the pillow.
3. Side sleeper? Make sure your head lines up with your spine.
4. Back or stomach sleeper? Check that your head is slightly raised not too much and that there is no gap between your neck and the pillow.
5. Think you have found a comfortable height? Try it for a few nights. You will quickly feel whether it gives the right support.
How high are the Cloudpillo pillows
Cloudpillo Original The Cloudpillo Original has a standard height of twenty centimetres and you can adjust it yourself. Want a higher pillow Add some extra filling. Prefer a lower pillow Remove some memory foam. It is easy to create your ideal height.
Cloudpillo Plus This pillow is fully height adjustable too. It is twenty two centimetres as standard and easy to tailor to your preference. A special feature is the shoulder recess on the lower edge. Ideal for side sleepers.
Cloudpillo Recharge This ultra soft hotel quality pillow is twenty two centimetres as standard and fully height adjustable thanks to two removable components. Want a higher pillow Keep both compartments. Prefer a flatter feel Remove one compartment. Experiment until you find your ideal height.
Cloudkiddo Kinderkussen This is the pillow that grows with your child. It comes at a standard height of fifteen centimetres and you can easily adjust the height by adding or removing filling. That way you always create the perfect support.
High or low pillow which suits me
Shopping for a new pillow? Do not just look at the height. Consider firmness too. Do you prefer soft and fluffy or a thicker supportive feel? There is a lot to choose from but we can help. Take our quiz and discover your best match in under one minute.
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