As of: February 23, 2024, 11:32 a.m
By: Alina Wagner
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Cell phones can disrupt the body's natural sleep-wake cycle and lead to sleep problems.
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Fatigue, neck pain and sleep disorders?
The real culprit is probably in your hands.
Read here what you can do about it.
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Smartphones have become an integral part of our everyday lives.
They offer us the advantage of always being available, but they also cause health problems.
But how does constant scrolling and tapping on the display relate to our well-being and sleep?
Can cell phones disrupt sleep?
Cell phones emit blue light, which can disrupt the body's natural sleep-wake cycle.
Blue light inhibits the production of melatonin, a hormone that prepares the body for sleep.
This, in turn, can lead to difficulty falling asleep and reduced sleep quality.
Cell phones can also overstimulate the brain, especially if you use social media, games, news or email right before bed.
This makes it difficult to relax and fall asleep.
5 tips for using your cell phone for better sleep
Activate the blue light filter
Set fixed downtimes
Limit usage using apps
Turn on Do Not Disturb mode
Keep the cell phone out of reach
What is a cell phone neck?
But it's not just blue light and social media that disrupt sleep - so-called cell phone neck is a complaint that arises from leaning the head forward for a long time while looking at the cell phone, which leads to neck and shoulder pain.
This posture increases pressure on the neck muscles and can lead to poor posture in the long term.
Neck pain can make it difficult to fall asleep and cause you to wake up more often during the night, significantly affecting the quality of your sleep.
Which pillow is best for neck pain?
For neck pain, choosing the right pillow can be crucial in relieving discomfort and promoting a healthy sleeping position.
Here are some criteria to help you decide.
Ergonomic shape:
Ergonomically shaped pillows help position your head, neck and shoulders correctly.
Adaptability:
Materials like memory foam conform to the shape of the head and neck.
They distribute the weight evenly and reduce pressure points.
This prevents tension in the neck area.
Height adjustability:
Some pillows can be adjusted in height.
The optimal height of a pillow depends on your preferred sleeping position and body shape.
Breathability and cooling:
Pillows that allow good air circulation or have cooling properties can increase sleeping comfort.
Hypoallergenic:
Materials suitable for allergy sufferers can help minimize allergic reactions.
Washability:
A removable and washable pillowcase is important for hygiene.
It can help reduce allergens or skin irritation.
Our recommendation: Ergonomic pillow made of visco foam
aiLigner neck pillow from Third of Life © aiLigner
The aiLigner neck pillow consists of three modular elements and can be adapted to individual needs.
Depending on your body type and preferred sleeping position, the height of the pillow can be adjusted individually.
The ergonomically shaped neck shaft noticeably relieves the strain on back sleepers, while the specially developed neck arch offers side sleepers ideal shoulder support and prevents tension.
More about the aiLigner pillow
What percentage of Germans have neck pain?
The BURDEN 2020 study in Germany shows that back and neck pain is widespread and can affect quality of life.
Of the approximately 5,000 adults surveyed, 45.7 percent of participants reported neck pain and 61.3 percent reported back pain.
Third of Life aiLigner Supporter Pad
The ergonomic Supporter Pad from aiLigner is available to match the aiLigner neck pillow: with four adjustable modules, it ensures a better sleeping posture and supports the natural position of the spine.
Individual elements can be added or removed depending on your needs.
The pad simply goes under the topper or mattress and turns a normal mattress model into an ergonomic mattress.
This can reduce tension and relieve neck pain, but also back and hip pain.
The aiLigner Supporter Pad can help with neck pain, back pain and hip pain.
© aiLigner Supporter PAD
More about the aiLigner Supporter Pad
The free aiLigner app is an essential part of the ergonomic pillow and pad system.
It provides personalized tips on how to optimally adjust the height and position of the pillow in order to make the most of every night for an energetic next day.
What is the best way to sleep with neck pain?
Sleeping on your stomach can increase neck pain because your head is turned to the side to breathe.
This posture puts strain on the neck and spine, leads to tension and can affect the natural curve of the spine.
For a healthier sleeping position, it is recommended to sleep on your back or side to keep your neck and spine in a neutral position.
This way the pressure is distributed evenly.
The editor Alina Wagner wrote this article and then used an AI language model for optimization at her own discretion. All information has been carefully checked.