How to Sleep in the Best Position!

The chances are that your sleep routine is consistent in that there’s probably one position that you favour more than any other.

Unfortunately, the position that you may find most comfortable might end up causing health problems, ranging from joint and muscle aches to problems such as wide-ranging as sleep apnea.

Before we discover the best ways to nod off to dreamland, let’s touch on the worst way to slumber.

Sleeping on your stomach is a favourite of many patients that I see, however it is this position, with your arms tucked under your pillow or on either side of your head, and one hip hiked higher than the other which can often cause the most issues.

It may seem cosy but sleeping on your stomach can lead to lower back and neck and shoulder pain. You’re also more likely to toss and turn as you try to get comfortable on your belly than while in other positions.

Probably the most popular way to sleep is on your side.

For the most part, it’s a very healthy way to doze, because it allows your spine to rest in its natural alignment thus allowing the spine and  its adjacent structures to grab some well-earned rest and recovery.

This position is also good for pregnant women. You should stick to lying on your left side while expecting. It improves circulation to your growing baby and prevents your uterus from pressing against your liver.

To improve this position further, place a soft pillow or cushion between your knees to ease pressure on your hips.

Sleeping on your back, with arms by your side is an acceptable way to sleep though it can sometimes increase the risk of snoring which may disrupt your sleep quality to a degree.

Putting a pillow under your knees before you doze off will provide support for your spine and help you avoid lower back pain.

A single pillow is all you need to support your head throughout a night’s rest. The whole purpose of a pillow is to keep your neck aligned with the rest of your spine.

Having multiple pillows raises your head far too high and misaligns your spine whilst providing little support for your neck. Pillows often get overlooked in the bedroom, but they are a vital part of your sleeping environment and their role in ensuring spinal health should never be overlooked.