Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I purchased one of these tri-core pillows with a great deal of skepticism but out of desperation to help my neck pain. I had tried various sleeping positions, tried different "regular" pillows of varying softness, tried long neck and shoulder stretches, and tried some basic exercises and weight training specifically for the neck and shoulder muscles. My neck's range of motion was limited to about 45° in either direction and I felt sharp twinges it I tried to extend further. This affected many day-to-day activities, but most of all it made driving difficult, as looking over my shoulders became an exercise in twisting my upper body and shoulders to be able to look far enough. When the pillow arrived, it had a foul chemical odor, but washing it by hand with regular clothing detergent eliminated any bad smells. I had to let the pillow dry for a full two days, and afterwards I put it to proper use. The very first night, I slept on my back for the first time in as many months as I could remember. My neck and back pain had meant I could only comfortably sleep on my side or belly, but this pillow immediately relieved enough pain for a full night's rest on my back. I soon alternated sleeping on my sides, but it's worth noting that you have to shift the pillow slightly off-center for proper head and neck support when sleeping on your side. After about a week or two with my new pillow, my neck pain had faded away and my range of motion had been restored. I was amazed that a simple change in sleep support like this could have such a dramatic effect on me and my health. I've been using this pillow for several months now and, after borrowing it a few times, my wife said she loved it and we bought one for her too. By far this has been the best low-cost investment in our long-term health and I would strongly recommend it to anyone else with neck, shoulder, and back pain.