While you probably know that posture is important while sitting and standing, did you know that it is just as important while you are sleeping? Sleeping is meant to let your body rest and recharge. With an out-of-line spine, there are disrupted messages to and from your body and brain. At Health First Chiropractic and Rehab in Greensboro, NC, we want all of our patients to know proper sleep posture.
The first thing to know about sleep posture is that there are two preferred positions to sleep in and one that is not recommended. Sleeping on your back or your side is best. Sleeping on your stomach is not recommended because of the pressure it puts on your neck and lower back. However, we will give you tips for each position to help you rest comfortably and effectively.
Back and Side Sleepers
For those who sleep on their back or their side, thicker pillows are best for supporting your head and neck. When your head is hanging too low, a kink in the neck develops and disturbs the nerves. Make sure the pillow allows your head to rest at a level that keeps your cervical spine in line with the rest of your spine. Thicker pillows are usually best for these positions. In addition, side sleepers may want to place a pillow between their knees and back sleepers may want to place a pillow under their knees for extra back support.
Stomach Sleepers
For people who cannot sleep unless they are on their stomach, this is for you. Choose a very thin pillow or even use no pillow at all. This is so that your neck is not bent upwards while you are sleeping. Also, to take pressure off the rest of the spine, place a pillow under your pelvis/ stomach area.
Posture is important even when you’re sleeping! To set up an appointment at Health First Chiropractic in Greensboro, NC, call our office at (336) 543-2231 or visit our website, www.hstriad.com to learn about our other locations.
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