Your pillow
A pillow that doesn't support your head and neck properly can create tension in your neck muscles, and cause neck pain. Feather or memory-foam pillows may allow your head to be “cradled” at night, allowing for a neutral spine and neck.
Do pillows mess up your neck?
Are Pillows bad for my Neck? A bad pillow is bad for your neck. If your head is not adequately supported it can cause neck pain and sleep disorder. A supportive pillow allows your head to be elevated enough to keep your spine aligned.
Are pillows bad for neck pain?
Avoid using too high or stiff a pillow, which keeps the neck flexed overnight and can result in morning pain and stiffness. If you sleep on your side, keep your spine straight by using a pillow that is higher under your neck than your head.
