Good Housekeeping reported on the best knee pillows for side sleepers featuring insight from Jonathan S. Kirschner, MD, RMSK, physiatrist at HSS. 

If you’re a side sleeper, you’ve probably felt that nagging ache in your hips or knees after a night in bed. And you’re not alone: Over 75% of the 10,000-plus respondents in our latest survey sleep on their side, a position that can put extra pressure on joints, especially if you’re dealing with chronic pain or past injuries. One simple fix? A pillow between the legs.

For side sleepers, placing a pillow between the legs can help keep the hips aligned and reduce pressure on the joints. “For patients with hip issues like arthritis or bursitis, we typically recommend placing a pillow between the legs,” said Dr. Kirschner.

Read the full article at goodhousekeeping.com.