Core Products Double Core Select Adjustable Cervical Pillow

The Core Products Double Core™ Select Cervical Pillow FOM-172 takes a different approach to cervical-pillow fit: instead of locking you into one foam firmness, it includes four interchangeable support inserts that let you change the feel of the cervical roll as your comfort preference changes.

The pillow also has two cervical-lobe sizes. That gives you two separate ways to adjust the setup: choose the lobe for the support profile beneath the neck, then choose the insert for firmness. Core Products recommends beginning with the gentlest white insert and moving to firmer inserts gradually if desired. 

Double Core Select at a Glance

Four Interchangeable Support Levels

The defining feature of the Double Core Select is the set of color-coded cervical-roll inserts.

Users begin with the white Gentle core and progress toward Blue, Gray, or Gold when greater support is preferred. 

The advantage is straightforward: you do not have to choose one permanent firmness when purchasing the pillow.

Lobe Size and Insert Firmness Are Two Different Adjustments

The two cervical lobes and four inserts should not be treated as the same adjustment.

Users begin with the white core supporting the neck. If the pillow initially feels uncomfortable, the manufacturer says it can temporarily be turned over with the lobes facing down. Firmer inserts can then be introduced gradually as the user becomes accustomed to the design.

Think of lobe size as geometry and insert choice as firmness.

That distinction is the most important thing for a shopper to understand about the Double Core Select.

Why Choose an Adjustable Cervical Pillow?

A conventional foam cervical pillow usually asks you to make most of the support decision before purchase.

The Double Core Select moves part of that decision into the pillow itself. Its four included inserts let you experiment with different levels of resistance without replacing the entire pillow.

Consider the double core. Select when you want:

• A full-size cervical foam pillow

• More than one firmness level in the same pillow

• A gradual progression from Gentle through Extra-Firm

• Two cervical-lobe profiles

• A defined precision-cut foam shape

• A standard-pillowcase-compatible design

• A removable, washable cover

• An adjustable system without pumps, water chambers, or mechanical components

Double Core Select vs. Other Cervical Pillows

We carry several cervical pillows with genuinely different adjustment strategies. The best comparison is how each pillow changes to fit the sleeper, not which one has the longest list of features.

Our Basic Support offers firm and gentle selections, while the EconoWave page emphasizes its fixed gentle-support, dual-lobe, wave-cut design. The Therapeutica page offers Petite/Average/Large sizing, plus Original Firm/Lite selections and separate back/side sleeping surfaces. 

Double Core Select vs. Basic Support: Adjustable or Simple?

The Basic Support Foam Cervical Pillow is the closest comparison for shoppers who want traditional precision-cut foam.

The key difference is when the firmness decision happens.

The Basic Support model is a two-lobe, back-sleeping foam pillow available in Firm or Gentle, while the Double Core Select supplies four interchangeable internal support levels. 

Choose the Double Core Select if adjustability is your reason for shopping.

Choose the Basic Support Foam Cervical Pillow when simplicity is more important than having four internal firmness options.

Double Core Select vs. EconoWave

Both pillows use precision-cut polyurethane foam and provide two cervical-lobe options, but the EconoWave Cervical Pillow has a different purpose.

the EconoWave is a gentle, back-sleeping pillow with two lobes and a wave-shaped surface that promotes airflow. 

Double Core Select vs. Therapeutica

The Therapeutica Cervical Pillow is adjustable too—but in a fundamentally different way.

The Therapeutica system uses anatomical sizing, molded back- and side-sleeping areas, and two firmness choices rather than interchangeable cervical-roll cores. 

Choose Therapeutica when measured size and dedicated side-sleeping geometry are the important factors.

Choose Double Core Select when the priority is changing the support firmness inside the same pillow.

Getting Started With the Double Core Select

1. Place the Double Core Select inside a pillowcase.

2. Begin with the white gentle core supporting the neck.

3. If the contoured position initially feels uncomfortable, turn the pillow over so the lobes face down.

4. As you become comfortable with the design, return to the cervical-lobe orientation.

5. Move to a firmer Blue, Gray, or Gold insert only when greater support feels appropriate.

Materials and Care

The pillow is made from polyurethane foam with a cotton/polyester cover and is listed by Core Products as 100% latex-free. It measures approximately 22 × 16 × 4 inches, weighs about 1.5 pounds, and fits a standard-size pillowcase.

For cleaning:

• Machine wash the removable cover in warm water.

• Do not use chlorine additives.

• Tumble dry the cover on low heat.

• Do not wash the foam.

Polyurethane foam can discolor naturally when exposed to light and oxygen. A temporary odor may be present when first unpacked; the manufacturer recommends airing the pillow before use when needed. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Double Core Select adjustable?

It includes four removable cervical-roll inserts with different firmness levels. Swapping the insert changes the amount of resistance within the support roll without requiring a different pillow. 

Which insert should I use first?

beginning with the gentle whiteinsert. Firmer inserts can be introduced gradually if greater support is preferred. 

What are the four insert firmness levels?

• White: Gentle

• Blue: Medium

• Gray: Firm

• Gold: Extra-Firm

What is the difference between changing the insert and changing the lobe?

The insert controls firmness. The two lobes provide different cervical-support profiles.

That means you can adjust the physical contour separately from the resistance of the foam insert.

What size is the Double Core Select?

The Double Core Select measures approximately 22 × 16 × 4 inches. 

Does it fit a standard pillowcase?

Yes. The Double Core Select fits a standard-size pillowcase. 

Is a cover included?

Yes. A washable cotton/polyester cover is included. 

Is the pillow latex-free?

Yes, FOM-172 is 100% latex-free. 

Is the foam memory foam?

polyurethane foam and describes the pillow as precision-cut foam; it does not identify the material as memory foam in the current specifications.

What if the contoured lobes feel too noticeable at first?

The pillow can temporarily be turned over with the lobes facing downward if the normal contoured position is uncomfortable. The manufacturer recommends progressing gradually. 

Which Balego Cervical Pillow Should I Choose?

The Double Core Select's clearest advantage is adjustability after purchase: four interchangeable cervical-roll firmness levels plus two lobe profiles in one full-size foam pillow.