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The Side Sleeper's Handbook: Over Half of Adults Are Side Sleepers
We understand how people sleep
According to our statistics, 44% of Hong Kong people sleep on their side. One of the most popular sleeping positions, sleeping on your side requires sufficient support and pressure relief to prevent tossing and turning throughout the night. You may also need to choose a contoured pillow for maximum comfort.
Pay Attention to Pillow Loft
Your pillow is one of the key factors affecting sleep health and posture. Side sleepers experience greater pressure on their shoulders and neck, and if the pillow height is insufficient, it can easily lead to shoulder and neck pain. It is recommended to choose a pillow that can support the neck and shoulders, maintaining the alignment of the head, neck, and spine even while sleeping on one's side. Neck Care Pillow and Imperial Memory Foam Down Pillow, which combines memory foam with goose down, are both suitable choices for side sleepers.
Choose the right mattress
If you are a side sleeper, it can be difficult to know whether you should be sleeping on a firm, medium or plush mattress. We explain why a firm mattress may not suit you, and what to look for as a side sleeper.
Understanding firmness options
The comfort of a mattress directly impacts your sleep quality. Choose a mattress firmness based on your primary sleeping position. As side sleepers tend to concentrate pressure on their shoulders and hips, we recommend selecting a softer or medium-soft mattress rather than a firm one to reduce pressure on these joints.
However, the unique advantage of Sealy lies in its patented PostureTech® coil technology. These coils are designed to sense your body weight and movement, providing responsive support. The brilliance of this technology is found in both types of mattresses:
- For softer mattresses: The coils still provide sufficient support to ensure proper spinal alignment, while the soft cushioning relieves pressure points.
- For firmer mattresses: The coils deliver robust support while maintaining enough flexibility and comfort, ensuring you don't feel too rigid, and adapting to your body's curves.
Therefore, regardless of firmness—from Plush to Firm—Sealy mattresses can provide a sleep experience that balances both comfort and support through their patented coil technology. We recommend trying them in person to find the mattress that best suits your sleeping position and personal preference.
Visit your nearest Sealy Galleries or Counters to seek their expert advice and experience first hand our innovative and luxurious mattresses for yourself.
