Lumbar pillows provide therapeutic value for lower back pain relief by supporting and protecting the lumbar area of the spine. They are placed between the chair and backrest and come in various shapes and fillings. A trial period of about a week is required to evaluate the results.
Lumbar pillows are a type of orthopedic pillow that have therapeutic value when used consistently. A lumbar pillow supports and protects the lumbar area of the spine, more commonly called the lower back. It is a good tool for lower back pain relief.
Because the lumbar area has a distinct curve, sitting for long periods can cause significant strain. Fatigue and lower back pain are common findings. Pain and numbness in the legs can also be a result of lower back strain.
Most chairs don’t provide enough support for your lower back, and some don’t provide any support at all. Lumbar cushions are placed in the lower back between the chair and the backrest, supporting the natural curve of the spine. Anyone who has to sit for long periods of time will likely benefit from this support. Office workers, drivers, and travelers are especially likely to benefit from using these pillows.
The most basic lumbar pillows are simple rectangles, usually about twelve inches by five inches (30.48 x 12.7 cm). They are usually about 5cm thick. Stuffing is always a dense material that doesn’t compact easily. Most pillows have removable washable covers. Some have an elastic band to keep them in place.
There are other popular shapes for lumbar cushions. A full roll pillow is actually a cylinder. This form of pillow usually needs to be held in place with a rubber band. A half roll cushion has a flat side that is placed against the chair and a round side that supports the sitter’s back. Some pillows are wider and rounder at the bottom and thinner and flatter at the top. All of these shapes provide lower back support, and users generally have their own personal favorites.
Dense foam, firm enough to give support but not hard enough to cause discomfort, is the most common filling for lumbar pillows. Some are filled with memory foam, which “remembers” the user’s contours. Grains are also used to fill pillows, and buckwheat hulls are popular.
Some lumbar support pillows have padding that can provide additional benefits. Magnets are often included in lumbar pillows for this reason. Rice-filled pillows can be heated in a microwave oven or chilled in a refrigerator to provide heat and cold therapy.
Like other orthopedic pillows, lumbar pillows usually don’t provide instant relief. A trial period of about a week is required before you can evaluate the results.
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