No one enjoys tossing, turning, getting up to take anti-inflammatories, hot baths, ice packs, or whatever may possibly sooth you enough to get to sleep. It makes for a long rough night.
Once you finally get to sleep if you fall asleep in a “bad” sleeping position it can actually exacerbate the condition even further. You make wake up feeling even worse than when you went to bed. It is all incredibly frustrating and exhausting. This happens because some positions put more pressure on the hips, back, and neck unnecessarily.
It is vital to maintain the natural curve of the spine while lying in bed. Without it, you do not have proper alignment or support. Make sure your head, shoulders, and hips are aligned. This way your back is properly supported. Sleeping on your back is the best possible position.
Switching up the position you may have slept in for years isn’t an easy task but it can be done. Don’t give up if you wake up in the old position. Keep trying. You will get there.
Best positions for back pain
#1 On your back with a pillow under your knees.
This position helps distribute your weight evenly. A small pillow under the neck supports the curve of the spine.
#2 If you are a side sleeper put a thin pillow between your knees.
This raises the thigh restoring the natural alignment of the spine. Make sure you have a pillow under your head as well. If you are a constant flipper, add another pillow in a hug position. This will keep you in place and making rolling over more difficult.
#3 The fetal position
This position may help bring relief during the night for those with herniated discs. Lying on your side with your knees tucked up to the chest reduces the bend of the spine and also helps loosen up joints.
Also, use a pillow under your neck as well.
#4 Facedown sleepers – If you must sleep on your stomach, do it with a pillow under your stomach area. This will help reduce pressure.
This is only helpful for those with a herniated disc or spinal disc degeneration. Use a flat pillow for your head or sleep without one.
#5 Sleep reclined (on your back)
This can help with lower back pain especially if you have spondylolisthesis. This will work in either an adjustable bed or a recliner chair. It may take a few nights to adjust. If you tend to roll over do not use this method as you may hurt your hips.
#6 See your Chiropractor Regularly.
Regular adjustments help your body stay in alignment allowing you the most restful painless sleep possible.
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