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Study: No Pillow May Lower Glaucoma Risk

4/16/2026

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  • New research suggests that sleeping without a pillow may help prevent glaucoma by reducing eye pressure.
  • The study published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology found higher eye pressure in glaucoma patients who used two pillows.
  • Dr. William Lu noted that avoiding extreme pillow positions can promote better neck alignment.
  • Dr. Saema Tahir emphasized cervical spine alignment and warned that skipping a pillow could worsen sleep quality for some individuals.