Pillows for use by patients to help ease the pain in the thoracic, abdominal, pelvic, and flank areas originating from a variety of causes including for example, surgical incisions and stitches; internal and external injuries or bruises, such as bruised or fractured ribs; and natural body aches, such as menstrual cramps. The pillow is preferably made from resilient closed cell foam and has a handle to assist in placement of the pillow over a region of pain. The pillows can be washed and reused. Disposable or washable covers and heating or cooling packs can be used in conjunction with the pillows of the invention.