Sleeping While Traveling

• Travel pillows, though small in size, can ensure that you are well-rested while traveling making any trip relaxing and comfortable until you arrive at your destination. Travel pillows work by relieving neck and shoulder tension during long trips especially if travel during the trip will be overnight. Travel pillows are also available for children. They differ from regular pillows because they are designed for cramped spaces like airplanes and trains. There are even travel pillows designed for cars that attach to your seat belt!
  
  

Travel Pillow Types

• Travel pillow work by alleviating shoulder, neck and pain tension. They also allow these muscles to relax completely. Travel pillows come in a variety of shapes and sizes such as u-shape and lumbar pillows. U-shaped travel pillows are especially designed to relieve tension in your in neck and shoulder areas and offer support during your rest time. Lumbar pillows will provide extra support to any individuals who suffer from lower back pain.
  If you want an even more relaxing travel pillow, try out ones that are designed with space age memory foam. Those pillows have a "memory" system that maintains the shape that best supports your neck and back after you've lifted your head from the pillow.
  For an even more compact fit, there are inflatable pillows. These travel pillows work because you can store them in your pocket until you board the airplane or train. Once you get there all you have to do is add a little bit of your own air and you are set for good sleep.
  
  

Try Before You Buy

• When purchasing travel pillows it is best to find a pillow that will support your neck, back and shoulders. Try the pillow out before you travel to ensure the pillow will give you adequate support. Position the pillow in an area that will give you the most support and comfort. With a well-tested pillow, you can arrive at your travel destinations feeling relaxed and ready for any adventures you plan and encounter. It sure beats the free ones you get on the plane!