I use a wedge pillow. I started using one to alleviate swelling in my legs caused by my medication. I also had lower back pain but that wasn't the primary reason for getting the wedge pillow but it turned out to be great for my lower back pain, too. Now I can't sleep w/o one. I'm also a side-sleeper mostly but the wedge doesn't seem to disrupt ... More @Wikipedia
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