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Bed Wedge for Back Pain Relief
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Support for More Comfortable Nights & Better Sleep
Back pain can feel worse at night when your body is not properly supported. Sleeping completely flat or relying on ordinary pillows can leave the lower back, hips, shoulders and neck in an uncomfortable position, contributing to stiffness when you wake.
A bed wedge pillow is designed to provide stable, gradual elevation that may help support a more comfortable sleeping posture. Unlike stacked pillows, which can shift and compress during the night, a properly designed wedge supports a larger area of the body and maintains a consistent incline.
It can be used beneath the upper body or positioned under the knees and legs, depending on where support feels most comfortable. Whether you are managing everyday stiffness, recovering from an injury or simply trying to improve your sleeping position, a bed wedge offers a simple, non-invasive way to add reliable support.
Handmade in the UK and shipped directly across the USA, our bed wedges are built for lasting comfort night after night.
Common Causes of Nighttime Back Pain
Why Elevation May Help Reduce Back Pain
When you lie completely flat, your sleeping position may place additional strain on your lower back, particularly if the natural curve of your spine isn't well supported.
A bed wedge gently elevates your upper body or legs, depending on how you choose to use it, helping many people find a more comfortable sleeping position. Unlike stacked pillows, which can shift or lose their shape during the night, a properly designed wedge provides stable, consistent support that maintains its incline.
Many people choose elevated sleep as a simple, non-invasive way to improve comfort, encourage better sleeping posture and wake feeling less stiff after a night's rest.
Why Sleeping Position Can Make Back Pain Worse
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Bed Wedge Pillow for Acid Reflux, Heartburn & Snoring
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You Wake Up Stiff
If your back feels most uncomfortable when you first wake up but gradually improves as you move around, your sleeping position may not be providing enough support overnight.
You Wake Up Feeling Tired
Constantly shifting position to stay comfortable can interrupt your sleep, making it harder for your body to rest and recover.
You Sleep Completely Flat
Sleeping flat may not provide enough support for the natural curve of your spine, leaving your lower back feeling stiff or uncomfortable by morning.
You're Constantly Rearranging Pillows
Stacking pillows under your head, back or knees rarely provides consistent support, as they can shift or compress throughout the night.
Back Pain & Bed Wedge FAQs
Many people first try stacking pillows before switching to a proper bed wedge. Here are some of the most common questions people ask before making the change.
Why do people experience back pain in bed?
Why do people experience back pain in bed?
People experience back pain when the spine's natural curve isn't maintained, causing muscles, ligaments, and nerves to stretch or compress unnaturally. A bed wedge pillow helps by gently sloping the torso or elevating the knees, reducing stress on the lumbar region.
Can I use this if I am a side sleeper?
Can I use this if I am a side sleeper?
Absolutely. While back sleepers benefit significantly from upper body or under-knee incline, the Bed Wedge is optimized for side sleepers too. High-density foam contours to your shoulders and hips, cushioning pressure points while keeping your spine straight and neutrally aligned.
Is this the same as a wedge pillow used for acid reflux?
Is this the same as a wedge pillow used for acid reflux?
Yes, the physical design and high-quality foam build are highly versatile. The same precise angle that prevents acid reflux also relieves pressure on the lower back and thoracic spine by altering the angle of gravity on your torso.
How long does it take to get used to sleeping on a wedge for back pain?
How long does it take to get used to sleeping on a wedge for back pain?
Many users feel relief on night one. However, changing your structural sleeping position can feel different initially. It typically takes 3 to 5 nights for your muscles to adjust to proper orthopedic alignment, after which flat sleeping will feel unsupportive.
How does a bed wedge relieve back pain compared to normal pillows?
How does a bed wedge relieve back pain compared to normal pillows?
Standard bed pillows only prop up your head, causing your neck to bend forward and pulling your spine completely out of alignment. A bed wedge supports your entire upper body at a gradual, continuous incline. This takes the load off your lower back and allows the muscles surrounding your spine to fully relax.
What is the ideal height and incline for back pain relief?
What is the ideal height and incline for back pain relief?
Ergonomic testing shows that an incline between 6 and 8 inches provides the perfect angle for physical decompression. It is steep enough to reallocate upper-body weight away from the lower back, yet gentle enough to prevent you from sliding down during the night.
How should I use a wedge pillow for back pain?
How should I use a wedge pillow for back pain?
For upper back or neck pain, place the wedge under your torso to create a gradual slope. For lower back or sciatica pain, you can also place the wedge under your knees to instantly flatten and decompress the lumbar spine against the mattress.
When should back pain be checked by a doctor?
When should back pain be checked by a doctor?
If your back pain is accompanied by numbness, tingling, weakness in the legs, or follows a severe injury, it should be medically evaluated. A bed wedge pillow is an excellent comfort and alignment tool, but should not replace professional medical advice for severe underlying conditions.
One Wedge. Many Uses.
Simple support that adapts to your needs.
Sit up comfortably in bed
Comfortable support for reading, TV & relaxing in bed.
Comfortable elevation for feet, heels & knees
Helps relieve pressure, swelling & discomfort when resting in bed.
Elevated support for reflux & snoring
Gently raises your upper body to help reduce acid reflux, heartburn & snoring.
For side & back sleepers
Sleep in your preferred position.
What Makes Our Bed Wedge Different
Why Stacking Pillows Often Doesn’t Work
Small change. Big difference.
Pillows Always Compress
Pillows often shift or compress overnight, causing your elevation to disappear while you sleep.
No Upper Body Support
This pillow reduces night-time reflux easing GERD & heartburn symptoms.
Constant Readjusting
Many people find themselves repositioning pillows throughout the night to stay comfortable.
Neck & Shoulder Discomfort
Uneven pillow stacking can bend the neck awkwardly and create pressure around the shoulders.
Putnams
Bed Wedge Pillow for Acid Reflux, Heartburn & Snoring
- Regular price
- $117.00
- Regular price
- Sale price
- $117.00
- Unit price
- per
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