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TESTIMONIALS
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did not have a medical referral for the pillow, but will be
glad to ask my doctor to recommend it in the future. The
pillow has made an enormous impact on my life. Before
purchasing it I spent many hours every night trying to get
comfortable without exacerbating my acid reflux. As a
result I was always tired, experienced a lot of reflux just
when I needed to sleep, and more or less dreaded bedtime.
The pillow has changed completely my nightly experiences.
I use the pillow every night and I take it with me when I
travel by car. I may look funny carrying it through a
hotel lobby, but the fact that I don't care is a measure of
how dependent I am on it.
Quite simply, the pillow has changed my life. I use fewer
prescription drugs, almost no over the counter antacids,
and I sleep comfortably and well. I would recommend the
pillow to anyone who has significant GERD. l can also
sleep comfortably on my side. I don't ever intend to be
without it. Thank you for your ingenuity in developing
the pillow and making it available to people like me.
Julia M. Davis, PhD
Iowa City, IA
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In November 2001, I was diagnosed,
through endoscope and biopsy, with acid reflux disease (GERD),
chronic gastritis, hiatus hernia, and Barrett's esophagus,
although I was essentially asymptomatic. The biopsy was
negative for esophageal cancer and restrictions, but I have to
take periodic endoscopies because Barrett's does not go away
even with lifetime medication .
This was a fortunate discovery
because I was hospitalized at the time for tests to determine
the cause of some other vague but serious symptoms. The endoscope
was a last- minute decision by the consulting
gastroenterologist just before I would have been discharged
with no other diagnoses. I received my gastroenterologist's
prescription for a wedge pillow because I was still under
TRICARE PRIME as a military retiree.
I became eligible for MEDICARE/TRICARE
FOR LIFE on November 1, and had my second endoscope early in
the month. I had been using the pillow and an elevated bed for
approximately one year. The results of diet and sleeping on
the Prop up pillow were so positive that the acid reflux
damage is under control, the Barrett's is no worse, and this
biopsy showed no significant worsening.
As a result I do not have to have
another endoscope for two years.
The doctor who gave me a
prescription for the pillow is Dr. Thomas Kleczka, 1305 Wonder
World Drive, Suite 200, San Marcos TX 78666. He is a MEDICARE
provider and is a highly respected gastroenterologist in our
city.
Charles A. Nicholson
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Hello!
I'm so glad you got in touch with me. I know my doctor can't help with the testimonial, but I
certainly can.
I was diagnosed with a small hiatal hernia and severe acid reflux in 1997. I was on Prevacid or
Prilosec (depending on what the insurance would cover, and it changed at least biannually) at 30mg or 20mg (respectively) daily
until February of 2002 when my symptoms dramatically worsened. I was waking up choking on stomach acid at night, scaring my
husband and myself out of our wits. I was upped to the highest safe dose of Prevacid, 30mg twice a day, but that was only
marginally helpful.
My doctor suggested I look around for a wedge pillow or prop up my bed. I went online and after
much research came upon your website. Though it was more expensive than many other pillows, your information led me to believe
the extra money would be worth it. I can strongly attest that it was worth every penny. I had dramatically changed my diet,
increased exercise, and didn't eat for at least 4 hours before I went to bed, sometimes sleeping in a recliner, but I still
dreaded going to sleep, knowing I would be woken up with stomach acid in my mouth. The first night was amazing. I was
comfortable, and able to sleep on my side and for the first time in months slept through the night! My symptoms during the day
were even somewhat relieved.
I went on vacation and insisted on taking the pillow with me (it filled our 2nd suitcase
completely, crammed in as tight as I could get it, but because it's memory foam took its proper shape when unpacked) which
saved my vacation. I know without the pillow I would have been miserable the whole time. I have since had to have the
Fundoplication surgery to save my esophagus from further damage, but I would never have made it through the 9 months until the
surgery without your pillow. (The pillow was great for the recovery period too!)
I would without reservation recommend this pillow to anyone who is having night reflux issues.
It was a lifesaver! (No, seriously, it was. My doctor told me that had I inhaled the stomach acid I was choking on, I could
have done some seriously life-threatening damage.) My only wish was that I had known about it sooner, maybe I could have
avoided the surgery altogether.
If you need any additional information please don't hesitate to ask!
I hope you get the Medicare approval you seek. I know that this pillow will be a great help to
many people in need.
Thanks!
Melanie Conran
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As a
physician whose husband suffers from Gastro intestinal reflux disorder
(G.E.R.D.) I was very pleased to have found The Prop Up Pillow !!
As a result
of utilizing the pillow and following the prescribed medical therapy my husband
has experienced a reduction in the amount of times he is awakened with
discomfort in the middle of the night. This sleep system is incredibly
comfortable and I wish to extend our thanks to you !
Karen M. Bigby, MD PA
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 I gave The Prop up
Pillow to a patient of mine with reflux (which was causing her asthmatic
symptoms), and she reported significant relief of symptoms after the first
night of use. Prior to using the Prop Up Pillow she followed anti reflux
measures and took Prevacid but remained symptomatic with wheezing and acute
episodes of shortness of breath during the night. Now with the use of The Prop
Up Pillow she has much better control over her discomfort and has been able to
decrease her doses of medication, thereby reducing her medical costs
dramatically. I recommend this Pillow to anyone with Acid reflux, GERD,
Barretts Esophagus, asthma, heart or lung troubles to naturally assist your
body with these conditions.
Dr. Gigi C. Lefebvre, MD.
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 Elevate the head
of your bed at least six inches by putting a couple of bricks or old books
under the top legs of your mattress frame. You can also purchase special foam
wedge pillow made for this purpose from your local pharmacy supply store, or
try a more advanced pillow by contacting www.propuppillow.com. This will reduce the
return of stomach acidity and semi-digested food into your esophagus, throat,
mouth and potentially your lungs when you are asleep.
Dr. Farivar M.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.G.
Author and Designer of
www.webgerd.com ( a website specifically for
people with GERD )
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For years I have
been looking for the correct pillow to offer my patients. The gravity of not
sleeping on an incline of one who has acid reflux, G.E.R.D., Barretts
Esophagus: to note a few, has always fueled my desire to find a product that
would help to alleviate this danger. I am impressed at The Prop Up Pillow's
attention to detail, in that the added neck and back support memory foam is
just a bonus feature. I have concluded because The Prop Up Pillow is the only
patented acid reflux pillow on the market and because of the added attention to
comfort in mind that it is the only one I shall endorse and recommend to all of
my colleagues and patients. Thank You for helping me help my patients,
Dr. Tejinder Glamour
ADVANCED GASTRO
& LIVER CARE, P.A.
BOARD CERTIFIED : INTERNAL
MEDICINE AND GASTROENTEROLOGY
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Thanks so much
for designing this pillow. My acid reflux was so bad at night that I spent many
nights sleeping in the recliner or propped up in bed with three to four
pillows. I also suffer from a herniated disc in the lower back making it almost
impossible to sleep comfortably. I have purchased almost everthing available on
the market to try to alleviate my back pain. Nothing has worked until now.
Thanks to this wonderful pillow, I can sleep without any problems. The design
makes it so comfortable for my neck and lower back. I get up in the morning and
my back doesn't bother me. I highly recommend this pillow and will tell
everyone that I know about it.
Cindy Davis ,
Hagerstown, MD.
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...The Prop Up
Pillow is WONDERFUL !! Finally, I am able to sleep through the night and it is
a huge bonus to have my neck and back so well supported !! I also have been
able to stop my expensive acid reflux medicine. Both my Doctor and I are very
pleased about this !! Thank You Very Much !
Dave Horvat,
Kenneth City, Florida
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..." For years I
have had severe back problems due to obesity and then a drastic weight loss. I
have been unable to sleep and have had to use several pillows and a wedge to be
able to sleep semi-comfortably.
... This new pillow designed by E &
M Products, Inc. is awesome!! I am finally able to sleep a full night without
back pain. The pillow is very comfortable and supports all of the important
areas-especially the arch in my back. Most support pillows don't provide full
support; this pillow not only supports my neck but my lower back as well!!!
...I was willing to pay millions to be able to sleep comfortably so I
think the price is very reasonable compared to the beds that cost thousands."
Marry Scannell,
Saint Petersburg, Florida
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Thank You !!!!! My
Doctor recommended The Prop Up Pillow to me. I have acid reflux , sleep apnea
and alot of trouble breathing at night. As a result of these ailments my wife
and I did not get much sleep at night. We are ever so appreciative to you, as
now I am able to sleep pain free at night and my breathing now is unlabored.
The wonderful adjustability allows me to sleep on my side or back, now I
finally have a choice! We are amazed at the solution and are pleased to have
finally found a high quality product that i shall use from now on. Best of
wishes for continued success !! Job well done !!
Mr & Mrs Felix G. Guerrera
Pinellas Park,
Florida
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Dear E & M
Products,
As a heart patient with the complication of a herniated disc,
I thought I should let you know how immeasurably grateful I am to use your
adjustable pillow. The Prop Up Pillow gives me tremendous support with no
sacrifice in comfort.
My Doctor explained that I should sleep on an
incline to keep the fluid from building upward, I have noticed a tremendous
change and shall forward this information to my Doctor and friends.
Theresa K. Wallace
Gaithersburg,
Maryland
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Thank you so much
for the Prop Up Pillow and the leg support. They arrived yesterday and John
says the pillow is WONDERFUL compared to the uncomfortable hard wedge that he
had been using.
I would just like to share with you how excited I was to
find this pillow. I had read why the pillow came in to existence, but just let
me share why I wanted the pillow. My husband, John, has a syndrome called
Superior Vena Cava it is serious and we are very distressed by the condition.
His head and neck swell to an unreal size. Any way I pulled out an old wedge
that I had in the house and I made John sleep on it for a few nights. It has
helped with his symptoms but it is not very comfortable for him. Thanks again,
Please feel free to use John and myself as references. The ability to sleep at
night is so important to your well being the next day. Typically to sleep any
other way but in a horizontal position contributes to a poor night's sleep.
Your pillow allows John to sleep on his back, or on either of his sides, and
still have his head elevated enough to have gravity bring his blood back
towards his heart. The Prop up Pillow is a small miracle. Thank you .
Mary Ellen Wenninnger
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For me sleeping on an incline is a
necessity due to my reflux. I have tried the other products, they
were uncomfortable and hard. I am SO relieved to have now found The
Prop Up Pillow !! Finally I am able to sleep my way to better health
in comfort and luxury. I am very thankful to you for putting so much
love into a product I can and shall use forever. Please feel free to
use me as a reference to others so they will not waste their money
on trying as many products as I had before finding The Prop Up
Pillow !!
Ruth Rosenstein
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