How to Choose a Memory Foam Pillow Density

If you want to get a better night's sleep, a memory foam pillow can help you. A memory foam pillow uses special material that reacts to your body heat, retaining the shape of your head and shoulders as you lie down. Since a memory foam pillow creates a personalized mold as you sleep, your pillow will actually provide more support and stability than others you may have tried in the past. The higher the density is, the more support your head and neck will receive. Keep in mind the following tips when shopping for a memory foam pillow.

Instructions

Key Words to Look For When Shopping

1. As you choose a memory foam pillow, you will notice a wide range of prices. Memory foam pillows that have a higher density will be more expensive and may come with a guarantee. Make sure that the label says visco elastic foam. The label may also contain the word polyurethane.

2. The highest density pillow will be made out of 100% visco elastic foam or polyurethane. High-density foam has a weight of six pounds per square inch. If the label does not say how many pounds per square inch the memory foam pillow has, make sure it says high-density.

3. A high-quality memory foam pillow will not have ridges, ripples or other designs. The high density provides you with all the support you need. If the pillow you are looking at is not completely smooth, that is a sign that it is not high-density visco elastic foam.

4. Choose a memory foam pillow that suits your sleeping habits. There are pillows designed for back and side sleepers. There are extra memory foam inserts available to provide even more support to your shoulders and neck.

Tips & Warnings

• Memory foam pillows can be a source of allergies, as dust and mites may collect in the surface of the foam. All memory foam pillows should be covered with a lining as well as a pillow case. Both should be laundered regularly.

References

• ib3Health
• physiosupplies.com
• Health Solutions

Resources

• Overstock.com