Wedge Pillows: Are there pillows to prevent me from rolling onto my shoulders or keep me sleeping on my back?
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Are there pillows to prevent me from rolling onto my shoulders or keep me sleeping on my back?
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Products mentioned in our answer below are provided to inform you about the types of technologies available and have not been evaluated by CanAssist. They may or may not be appropriate for your particular situation. Some technologies and devices may require an in-person assessment. Speak with your health care provider for additional information and support.
Navigating shoulder pain while getting proper sleep is a challenging but important task. Below are products that may help you not roll onto your bad shoulder while sleeping.
Triangle-shaped pillows
These pillows are designed to prevent you from rolling onto your back. In your case, you could use two wedge pillows tucked left and right of your torso to prevent you from rolling over onto your bad shoulder.
- OasisSpace Bed Wedge Pillow (at Walmart) costs around $40 (CDN), plus additional shipping fees.
- Fanwer Bed Side Wedge Pillow (at Amazon Canada) costs around $35 to $45 (CDN), plus additional shipping fees.
- Belly Bandit S.O.S Sleep On Side Sleep System (at well.ca) costs around $115 (CDN), plus additional shipping fees.
Ergonomic Pillows
These pillows are shaped ergonomically to help relieve body tension and pain. Specifically the MedCline pillow is designed for side sleepers who suffer from chronic pain.
- ObusForme Cervical Neck Pillow (at Amazon Canada) costs around $75 (CDN), plus additional shipping fees.
- Eli & Elm Cotton Side-Sleeper Pillow (at Eli & Elm) costs around $110 (CDN), plus additional shipping fees.
- MedCline Shoulder Relief System (at MedCline) costs around $250 (CDN), plus additional shipping fees.
Braces
If the above options are not effective at relieving your shoulder pain, please have further assessment from your medical professional. Before considering any braces, you should consult your medical professional to make sure they are the correct fit for you. Some common braces examples are listed below:
- Vive Shoulder Brace (at Amazon Canada) costs around $30 (CDN), plus additional shipping fees.
- Shoulder Pain Relief for Torn Rotator Cuff, Support and Compression (at Amazon Canada) costs around $30 (CDN), plus additional shipping fees.
- Bauerfeind OmoTrain Shoulder Brace (at OrthoMed Canada) costs around $280 (CDN), plus additional shipping fees.
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