Dear Friends:
Necessity is the Mother of Invention!
In 1995, I was in such bad shape that I ended up in the hospital with blood pressure of 54 over 20. I was diagnosed with an advanced case of Acid Reflux Disease that had progressed to a serious pre-cancerous condition of Barret's Esophagus.
I was bleeding badly and needed immediate medical attention. The doctors quickly gave me fluids to increase the volume in my veins and then performed an endoscopic procedure to stop the internal bleeding.
After three days in the hospital, I was released with a Prilosec prescription, and instructions on diet and how to sleep. I was told to place two blocks under the posts at the head of my bed to elevate my head while sleeping. This, in turn, would help hold the stomach acid down away from my esophagus.
That was the idea --but it didn't work! I was constantly pulling myself back up onto my pillow and the top of the bed, as I continually slid down toward the foot of the bed. I ended up doing what I gather many people do in this situation --using 3 to 5 pillows to try and find some relief so I could sleep.
After fighting with this problem for three years I felt there had to be a better way to deal with the situation. There had to be a pillow that would fit my needs. I tried the standard wedge pillow, but it was too hard, uncomfortable and didn't have enough height. I searched the stores, catalogs and the Internet for a pillow that would offer enough height with a comfortable, supportive design to do the job. To my surprise, I couldn't find one.
The end result of my search was to design my own pillow and it works! The Comfort Lift Pillow® solved my problems and it can help you, too!
If you or someone you know suffers from health problems due to Acid Reflux, Gerd, Heartburn, Gastroesophogeal Reflux, indigestion, Barret’s Esophagus, and other digestive diseases, the Comfort Lift Pillow® may be their answer to a restful night's sleep and better health!
The Positional Therapy Pillow Company is proud to share our line of medical pillows with you. Please review our web site or call us with questions. We value your comments and your business.
H. Rubio
Chief Executive Officer
