Table of contents:
- The three most popular sleeping positions
- Supine sleeping position
- Side sleeping position
- Face sleeping position
- The best sleeping position to reduce neck pain and back pain
Sleep is very necessary to rest the body organs that have been working all day. Sleep is also important to restore one's energy. Adequate sleep time can keep the body healthy, and can benefit the heart, liver, brain and other organs. After waking up, it is hoped that the body will be fit again so that it can carry out activities properly.
However, a poor sleeping position can actually cause a person to suffer from pain, such as pain in the neck and back when waking up. In fact, sometimes some people do not know that the cause of their neck pain or back pain when they wake up is due to the wrong sleeping position.
The three most popular sleeping positions
When sleeping, people have various sleeping positions that they think are the most comfortable to do. A person's sleeping position varies greatly depending on their individual choices. However, in general there are three main sleeping positions, namely on your back, face down, and side. This sleeping position has its advantages and disadvantages.
Supine sleeping position
This position can prevent neck pain and back pain because the head, neck, and spine are in a neutral position. In addition, this position also reduces the increase in stomach acid. When you sleep on your back and your head is elevated, your stomach will be positioned under the esophagus so that it can prevent stomach acid from rising up. Supine sleeping position can also minimize wrinkles and can maintain breast shape.
The drawback, this position can cause people to snore while sleeping.
Side sleeping position
Furthermore, the sleeping position on your side. This sleeping position can also prevent neck pain and back pain, reduce the increase in stomach acid, reduce snoring, and is a good sleeping position for pregnant women. This sleeping position is good for the spine because in a sleeping position on your side the spine can be elongated. For pregnant women, tilted to the left is the best because it helps blood circulation. You can place a pillow over your shoulders so that your head and neck are in a neutral position.
However, sleeping on your side is bad for the face and breasts because it causes a downward push on the face and breasts, causing wrinkles and sagging breasts.
Face sleeping position
This sleeping position is not recommended as it can cause neck pain and back pain, cause wrinkles, droop in the breasts, and make it easier for you to snore. The prone sleeping position makes it difficult for the spine to get into position, which can cause neck and back pain. In addition, the prone position also forces you to turn your face to one side for a period of time, which can cause neck pain.
People who sleep on their stomachs may also experience increased restlessness during sleep because they often turn their faces back and forth to seek a comfortable sleeping position. Face down also puts pressure on the joints and muscles, which can irritate the nerves and cause pain, numbness, and tingling. However, if you have a habit of snoring and don't suffer from back and neck pain, then sleeping on your stomach may be good for you. Sleeping in this position makes your upper airway more open.
The best sleeping position to reduce neck pain and back pain
For those of you who suffer from back pain (neck pain and back pain), you should use a pillow like the one below to reduce neck pain and back pain:
- If you sleep on your side, pull your legs closer to your chest and pinch a pillow between your legs.
- If you sleep on your back, put a pillow under your knees to help maintain the position of your spine, and also place the pillow on your neck.
- If you sleep on your stomach, place a pillow on your lower abdomen and pelvis. You can also put a pillow under your head.
Which is your favorite sleeping position? If your sleeping position has been causing you neck and back pain, try placing a pillow as described above. Give comfort to your body during sleep so that you sleep quality. Quality sleep is very necessary for health.
