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Jo Plumridge

Hip pain keeping you awake at night? This cheap product is a game changer for side sleepers

Best mattress for back pain: A man clutches in his lower back in agony shortly after waking up.

Sleeping on your side is considered the optimum sleep position for the vast majority of people. This is because side sleeping aligns the spine and alleviates pressure, as well as helping to relieve aches and pains. But side sleepers can run the risk of irritating hip pain if their legs aren’t positioned correctly.

Investing in one of the best mattresses to support your side sleeping position will make a huge difference. However, replacing your mattress isn't always an option. What's more, even the best mattress for side sleepers won’t always be enough to keep the hips in the correct position.

What’s the solution? Enter the humble knee pillow, designed to relieve pressure on the joints, promote healthy hip alignment and elevate the legs. Costing considerably less than a new mattress, is this a product worth investing in? Let’s find out more…

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