Does a cot help side sleepers

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I'll echo what some others have said about a thicker sleeping pad. I upgraded to a thicker, longer, wider inflatable pad this year, and it helps a lot. A few extra ounces to keep me from bouncing off the ground all night was a great trade off. I can't imagine a 5 lb cot being as good of a solution for backpacking, but I'd like to try one out someday. Maybe I'd be surprised.