Arc4life's Natural Pain Relief Blog for the Neck and Low Back: November 2019

11/30/2019

The Neck Curve...

A normal/healthy neck curve is shaped like a "C".

That curve should be about 42 degrees.

Do things to maintain and improve that curve.

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11/28/2019

Happy Thanksgiving All!

That being said, here's some things to pay attention too:

where you are sitting. Not only at the dinner table but watching the tv.
Many of us overeat - try your best not to drink too much also!
That being said don't go crazy with the dessert either...

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11/27/2019

How Do You Stretch?

There are Dynamic stretches and Static stretches

Dynamic means: you move when you stretch.

Static means you are still.

We typically do dynamic pre-workout and static post workout.

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11/26/2019

Learn Your Lesson!

We all make mistakes. That's okay.

The key is - 'To Always Learn From It!'

The sooner we realize something is or was a mistake, the less it costs us.

Maybe it cost money, maybe friends, maybe our health?

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11/25/2019

Motion Is Life: Exercise!

Get Moving!

You don't need to be a doctor to guess you need to exercise...

When you sweat you release toxins. You get your muscles moving... This makes your breathe more...

And you are often out getting sun.

You can use body weight, resistance bands, or weights. Bottom line is to just do something!

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11/22/2019

Does Your Pillow Hold Heat?...

The Arc4Life Cervical Linear Traction Neck Pillow

Having a pillow that gets hot is no fun.

I find some foam pillows can often do this.

I have not found the Arc4Life Traction Pillow to do this. It is a fiber pillow.

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11/21/2019

My Pillow is too Hard...

Sleep on a Hard Pillow!

Is your pillow very firm?

Some people like a hard pillow, some like a soft pillow.

What is your pillow made of?

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11/20/2019

Does Your Pillow Look Like A Pillow?

Looks Like A Pillow

So many pillows out there don't even look like a pillow.

This can be an issue because it looks funny on the bed, or it doesn't fit a case, or it is so different you can't travel without it.

So then you have to travel with it. And, of course, you will have to answer so many questions that it's not worth it.

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11/19/2019

Do You Have A Good Pillow?

It's Cold Out!

Those cold weather days you often want to stay in bed longer.

Do you have a good pillow for sleeping.

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11/18/2019

What Kind Of Pillow Do I get?

Is Your Pillow The Right Height?

There are so MANY Choices?

What size pillow? Is it based on your bed or your body size?
Yep, you guessed it... Your pillow size is based on your body size----not your bed!

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11/15/2019

My Pillow Gets Hot...

I've been using an Arc4life Traction Pillow for years and never had an issue with it getting hot. I've gotten new Traction Pillows too and have never had this problem.

If this is something you deal with, a new pillow may be needed.

Another great idea may be to use the dust cover! Try this to see if it doesn't let your pillow's heat out.

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11/13/2019

What Size Pillow Should I Get?

The Large Traction Pillow is Typically for a Person over 6 ft.

Your pillow size should be based on your body, not your bed.

For example, let's say you are an average size person. Then you don't want a King size pillow.

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11/12/2019

Nerve Impulses

Do nerve impulses travel better when we have a good neck curve?

Hard to say, but most likely.

You see, when the spine is in total alignment it is working at its best...

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11/10/2019

Someone Else Is In My Bed!

"Who is it?"

Yep, you guessed it.

The little one.

Do your best to stay on your traction pillow... Sometimes life happens!

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11/09/2019

When Getting A New Pillow...

When you get A new pillow for your bed, what size should I get? Base it on your body size no the bed!

I can't tell you how many times we helped someone get the medium traction pillow vs. the large traction pillow because they have a king size bed and a average size neck and body.

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11/08/2019

The Phone Is Always Transmitting

We all have cell phones these days. The problem is that they are always transmitting; think about it - we've got phone connection or the internet everywhere.

I actually use my phone for my morning alarm. It is so easy and convenient I use it for many alarms. It's so great for many things but we need to use it wisely.

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11/07/2019

Sleeping With Not Enough Pillow

Is your pillow flat? This is often a complaint I get when someone has a feather pillow or the pillow is just been used for a long time. A Pillow will hold its shape longer if it's made very firm. The problem is that, we don't all want a harder pillow.

You can also have an issue with too much pillow.

Most want something softer, preferably with a neck roll...

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11/06/2019

You Need A New Pillow When?

You start waking up with a headache
You start waking up with tingling in your hands
You spouse takes yours...it happens!
It's been 2 years since your last pillow
You find yourself scrunching more pillow under the neck

11/05/2019

Arc4life Adjustable Pillow

Set this pillow to your liking! Take fiber out to get it just right for you.

When you take some fiber out (depending on how much), you may not only lessen the height but can reduce the firmness. It can be a very soft pillow or a very firm pillow. I find that its often what you like. The most important thing is to get a good night's sleep.

You see, everyone is a little different. Meaning body shapes and sizes. Some individuals have a big body. Some have a very small frame. Some have a long neck, others have a very short, thick neck. This memory foam and fiber pillow was made with everyone in mind.

The cover helps it to remain cool as well. That can be a biggie, because you don't want to be hot when sleeping. My spouse and I often don't even use covers, at-least over our entire bodies anyway.

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Welcome to the Arc4life Blog

Hi, my name is Nav and I write Arc4life's Natural Pain Relief Blog ! Valuable info about Neck Pain Relief & Lower Back Pain Relief- A discussion through thought provoking articles, research, reviews and introduction to innovative pain relief products. Started in 2007 to help patients and everyday people live their best life and make the best decisions about their health. Let us help you choose the best neck pillow, choose the best neck traction product, help you sleep better and help you improve your posture.

Arc4life has been in the business of providing pain relief products and information since 2003 ! Helping you get better posture and better posture through natural alternative treatments.

I am desperate for some sleep and physical relief...

Hello there! I want you to know how delighted I am to have received the Cervical Traction Pillow two days after ordering it. I am eager to use it tonight, and because I am desperate for some sleep and physical relief, I intend to spend the entire night on the pillow. (My rationale is that I've been in severe pain anyway, so I doubt the pillow will make a significantly negative contribution in that regard.) Yes, I am optimistic that this custom pillow will assist in ultimately eliminating the post-whiplash pain which has been keeping me awake for some time now, and put me on the road closer to recovery. By the way, insomnia due to pain is a spirit-soul-body killer, I can tell you - I need restorative sleep! Thanks again."- Karen. C , 04/05/2008 West Hartford, Connecticut www.scrapartistry.com

Best Pillow I have Tried

BEST pillow I have EVER tried! Hello, I purchased the cervical traction neck pillow from you earlier this past week, asked for it to be delivered before I leave town, and received it ONE WEEK EARLIER than I asked for, 4 days earlier than projected by FED EX!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! Not only that, this is by far the BEST pillow I have EVER tried! I have ordered 4 pillows claiming to reduce neck pain in the past 6 months from different distributors, and the cervical traction neck pillow is the only one that has succeeded. Thank you for your exceptional customer service, and your exceptional product. I will recommend you to ALL of my friends!!!!!!!! D.C, 01/05/2008 Eagan, Minnesota

I have now been using it for 6 days and feel like I have a new neck...

"I received my Arc4life pillow a week ago and am very impressed. After the first night of using it, I felt considerably less pain in my neck, upper back and shoulders. I have used several other chiropractic pillows that were about double the price, so I was a little skeptical about the Arc4life pillow helping me. But I decided to give it a try. I have now been using it for 6 days and feel like I have a new neck. This pillow helped me more than going to the chiropractor and doing physical therapy (which I had been doing for a year). Thanks for a great product. "
K R I S T I N L U M, New York, New York, 05/06/2007

Best Neck Pillow I have tried

"The first time I lay on the pillow, I could actually feel my sinuses drain immediately. My breathing during the night has improved substantially. Most importantly, the effect it has on my neck pain has been dramatic. I wake up with my neck completely relaxed. I am sleeping better than I have in months. My range of motion has improved. Everything just feels better. Another great thing about this pillow is its standard size and shape. It actually looks like a "normal" pillow on the bed (unlike all the other neck pillows I have tried).
JuicyLand, 03/02/2007, Toronto Canada

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