Sleeping without a pillow could have surprising health benefit, study suggests
Tahir stressed that there is “very limited high-quality evidence” showing health benefits from sleeping without a pillow.
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“What matters most is maintaining proper alignment of the cervical spine, and that varies from person to person,” she said. “Without adequate support, especially for side sleepers, the neck can fall out of alignment.”
This can manifest as neck pain and stiffness, morning headaches, or shoulder and arm discomfort.
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“So, for many people, especially side sleepers, skipping a pillow can actually make sleep quality worse,” the expert said.
“For those with glaucoma or at risk should avoid sleeping face-down with pressure on the eyes and should be cautious with very high or stacked pillows … Be mindful of side sleeping, as the lower eye can experience higher pressure.”
Angelica Stabile is a lifestyle reporter for Fox News Digital.
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