Waking Up in Pain? Your Sleep Position May Need Adjusting.
The New York Times • • health
Key Points:
- Sleeping positions can significantly impact comfort and health, with no single "right" way to sleep according to sleep medicine experts.
- Side sleeping is common but may cause pressure on shoulders, hips, and knees, especially for older adults or those with joint issues.
- Using a memory foam or gel mattress pad and placing a pillow between the knees can help distribute weight evenly and maintain proper alignment to reduce pain.
- Choosing the correct pillow thickness is crucial for side sleepers to avoid spinal misalignment, muscle strain, and nerve-related pain or tingling in the upper body.
