Supporting Neck Health for World Patient Safety Day

World Patient Safety Day: Sleep Ergonomics as a Pillar of Prevention

On September 17, healthcare advocates around the globe join together for World Patient Safety Day. A timely reminder that effective injury prevention should extend beyond the clinic. Sleep ergonomics, particularly the use of scientifically designed cervical pillows, is an under-appreciated factor in safeguarding spinal health, enhancing rehabilitation, and lowering risk of falls and medication reliance (Daryushi et al., 2025).

Custom Sleep Support Prevents Pain and Injury

Latest evidence indicates that the optimal alignment of the cervical spine during sleep is critical for minimizing chronic pain, preventing aggravation of musculoskeletal disorders, and maximizing restorative sleep (Sacco et al., 2021). A 2025 review concluded: “The results suggested that pillow shape plays a crucial role in the management of neck muscle activation and perceived comfort according to sleeping position” (Daryushi et al., 2025, p. 1).

Both shape and height matter: pillows that are too high or low put the cervical spine into unnatural angles, exacerbating pain and nerve pressure (Sacco et al., 2021). Conversely, ergonomic pillows custom-fit for the individual help reduce excessive muscle activation, redistribute pressure more safely, and allow the body to relax during critical recovery periods (Daryushi et al., 2025; Sacco et al., 2021).

Patient Safety, Better Outcomes, and Pillowise

For post-surgical patients, older adults, or those at risk for falls and injury, pillows like Pillowise offer a non-invasive means to enhance comfort and safety at home (Daryushi et al., 2025). As guidelines in physical therapy and rehabilitation increasingly value sleep optimization, custom sleep solutions support optimal outcomes, reducing unnecessary medication use and improving quality of life (American College of Physicians, 2025).

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References

Daryushi, M., Sadeghi, A., Taghavi, S. M., & Davoudi-Kiakalayeh, A. (2025). The influence of pillow shape and content on neck muscular activity and perceived comfort according to sleep position. The Open Public Health Journal, 18 , e18749445371712. https://openpublichealthjourna...

Sacco, IC, et al. (2021). Ergonomic consideration in pillow height determinants and measurement methods: A review. Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials ,