Suboccipital Nap – Deep Cervical Release
A deep cervical traction device designed by a physical therapist for severe neck and shoulder tension that gentler support can't reach.
Benefits and Features
- Deep, concentrated pressure for severe tension
- Targets the suboccipital muscles at the base of the skull
- Reaches tightness a gentler device can't release
- Shorter, more intense 5–30 minute sessions
Dimensions
6.7" L × 9.45" W × 4.33" H
Material
Polyurethane Foam (Integral Skin Foam)
FAQ
What's in the box?
- Nap
- Instruction Manual
What's the return policy?
- It can be found here: Return & Exchange Policy
Could you help me find the right product?
- Yes—our Pillow Quiz is the best place to start. It helps match you with the right Kanuda products based on your anatomy and support needs.
For more information, please visit the Help section.
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Alignment first. Comfort follows.
The Nap series uses physical therapy–inspired design to decompress and realign the cervical spine in short, targeted sessions.
Watch our how-to-use video to see it in action.
Designed by a physical therapist. Built on physical therapy.
SOMA Nap is shaped around two manual therapy techniques used to support cervical alignment and release deep tension.
CV4 — Compression of the Fourth Ventricle
Calms the nervous system through sustained pressure at the base of the skull.
OCBR — Occipital Cranial Base Release
Supports the cervical curve and relieves tension at the base of the neck.
No App. No Electricity.
Place it, lie down, gravity does the rest.
Firm enough to work. Comfortable enough to stay.
Hard plastic gets uncomfortable and collects dust.
Reaches What Foam Rollers Can't
Surface tools miss the smaller, deeper muscles where tension actually lives.
Calmer Nervous System
Stress and bad posture affect more than your body. Kanuda tells your nervous system it's safe to let go.
“I've tried several suboccipital release tools before, but most were too bulky and never seemed to target the right areas—especially for a smaller neck frame. The Kanuda is thoughtfully designed and anatomically shaped to comfortably hit the right spots without causing pressure or pain.
The best way I can describe it: you know that gentle traction feeling when a massage therapist lightly pulls on your skull and neck? It feels exactly like that—except you can do it every day at home.
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“I use the suboccipital nap daily for about 20 minutes to release the tension in my neck and upper back. The combined use of a Kanuda pillow every night and the suboccipital nap daily has helped immensely and reduced the number of migraines I get per month. I can now turn my head freely without feeling neck stiffness or pain.
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“It has helped tremendously with my cervical neck pain and sciatica nerve issues. Takes awhile to figure out where the exact position is but once you do it becomes muscle memory!
Highly recommend. Great quality—you can tell it's not going to fall apart like others do right away.
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The other half of your alignment.
Ratings & Reviews
- NBNoah B.Verified BuyerReviewingSuboccipital Nap – Deep Cervical ReleaseI recommend this productMain sleeping position Side & Back SleeperHeight Range 6' 1" or overAge Range 25-34Main reason for getting Kanuda Neck Pain, Posture Correction, Sleep ApneaProduct Standouts Great Quality, Neck Support, Better PostureRated 5 out of 5 stars3 minutes agoChanged my neck pain for good!
I have chronic occipital neuralgia from nerve and muscle tension in my neck and this nap pillow has been a game changer. It massages deep into the spots that need relief and helps prevent my migraines. I use it most days for like 20 minutes and can feel the tension melt away. My PT recommended it to me and I also HIGHLY recommend for anyone dealing with similar issues. No complaints, very robust material.
- HPHannah P.Verified BuyerReviewingSuboccipital Nap – Deep Cervical ReleaseI recommend this productMain sleeping position Side & Back SleeperHeight Range 5' 4" ~ 6' 0"Age Range 35-44Main reason for getting Kanuda Neck PainProduct Standouts Great Quality, Better PostureRated 5 out of 5 stars2 days agoGreat Nap
Love this. I have chronic neck pain and this has been life changing.
- WDWalter D.Verified BuyerReviewingSuboccipital Nap – Deep Cervical ReleaseI recommend this productMain sleeping position Side SleeperHeight Range 6' 1" or overAge Range 45-54Main reason for getting Kanuda Neck PainProduct Standouts Great Quality, Neck Support, Better PostureRated 5 out of 5 stars3 days agoFeels great after getting used to it
There's a bit of breaking in period (for your neck!) But once you're more used to it those sessions feel great. Between this and my Piano pillow my neck feels much better in the mornings
- SWStephanie W.Verified BuyerReviewingSuboccipital Nap – Deep Cervical ReleaseI recommend this productMain sleeping position Side & Back SleeperHeight Range 5' 3" or underAge Range 35-44Main reason for getting Kanuda Neck Pain, Posture CorrectionProduct Standouts Great Quality, Better PostureRated 5 out of 5 stars3 weeks agoThe Best
This nap has helped release tightness in areas that denner rolls, chiropractors, and my attempts at stretching and self massage cant seem to reach. Take the whole moving your arms around gently while you are laying on it, and this can really help loosen those tight areas.
- MIMikhail I.Verified BuyerReviewingSuboccipital Nap – Deep Cervical ReleaseI recommend this productMain sleeping position Side & Back SleeperHeight Range 5' 4" ~ 6' 0"Age Range 25-34Main reason for getting Kanuda Posture Correction, Neck PainProduct Standouts Great QualityRated 5 out of 5 stars1 month agoBest thing that could have happened for my neck!
The nap is amazing! The stretch of the neck is felt instantly and regular use made me feel lighter and less tight in the neck and upper shoulders. The head is clearer too!