The problem – Quite often people place their arm above their head or under their pillow when they sleep. When done repeatedly over time, this can lend itself to some chronic tendinopathy and more pain while sleeping. If there is already or there becomes a rotator cuff problem, this sleep position will challenge healing in the area.
The solution \u2013 Do not sleep on the problematic side. Try to sleep on the back, or on the healthier side with a pillow under the injured arm for support.<\/p>\n
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2) Neck Pain
The problem \u2013 bad sleep positions can affect how the neck sits or moves. The side lying position often involves the shoulder being impinged lending to neck pain. A pillow that\u2019s too big can also pull on the neck while sleeping. A pillow that\u2019s too small can cause excess compression on the parts or too much bending.
The solution \u2013 choose a pillow that keeps the neck in a neutral position whether lying on the side or the back. Excessively thick or thin pillows are worth avoiding. Seek an orthopedic style pillow like the Therapeutica Pillow, as an example.<\/p>\n
3) Tennis Elbow
The problem \u2013 pain on the outside side of the elbow can be aggravated by sleeping position and can delay healing. This is especially the case when the arm ends up either under the pillow or under the side of the body.
The solution \u2013 Keeping the arm resting at the side of the body, but not under the body, can keep the elbow from being aggravated.<\/p>\n
Suffering with pain while sleeping or a pain problem and want it checked now? Schedule to visit us here<\/a>.<\/h2>\n4) Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
The problem \u2013 When sleeping on the side, whether in a fetal position or a straighter position, the wrist can often be kept in a bent forward (flexion) position. This can cause compression to the nerve in the wrist.
The solution \u2013 Wearing a splint at night to keep the wrist from bending can protect the nerve and other tissues allowing for better healing.<\/p>\n
5) Low Back Pain
The problem \u2013 the low back and pelvis typically place the most strain on the mattress. If the mattress is too soft or too firm, bones and joints in the low back may not be resting in a proper position while sleeping. This can add strain to the parts and the surrounding tissues leading to aggravation and delayed healing as well as more pain while sleeping.
The solution \u2013 ensure that your mattress, especially if more than 10 to 15 years old, is providing you with adequate support. Compliment the mattress with a body pillow or pillows under the knees if on your back or between your knees if on your side.<\/p>\n
6) Gluteal Tendinopathy (lateral hip pain)
The problem \u2013 activities that involve sustained loading or compression of the hip\/pelvis can cause pain on the outside of the hip\/pelvis. Sleeping is one of those activities, especially if on the side. Sleeping on the bad hip side can compress it, sleeping on the good hip side can pull too much on the bad hip side.
The solution \u2013 sleep on your back! If that\u2019s not possible, place a pillow between the knees if sleeping on the good side or use an eggshell topper to try and sleep on the bad side.<\/p>\n
To allow injuries or pain problems to heal, the involved environment must be supported and protected. This holds true not only during the day but also at sleep. The best sleep positions for pain should be noted so that faster and better results are obtained. If you\u2019re receiving treatment for these problems, be sure to inquire about proper sleeping positions. That could make or break your treatment progress, and your good night\u2019s sleep!<\/p>\n
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The problem \u2013 When sleeping on the side, whether in a fetal position or a straighter position, the wrist can often be kept in a bent forward (flexion) position. This can cause compression to the nerve in the wrist.
The solution \u2013 Wearing a splint at night to keep the wrist from bending can protect the nerve and other tissues allowing for better healing.<\/p>\n
The problem \u2013 the low back and pelvis typically place the most strain on the mattress. If the mattress is too soft or too firm, bones and joints in the low back may not be resting in a proper position while sleeping. This can add strain to the parts and the surrounding tissues leading to aggravation and delayed healing as well as more pain while sleeping.
The solution \u2013 ensure that your mattress, especially if more than 10 to 15 years old, is providing you with adequate support. Compliment the mattress with a body pillow or pillows under the knees if on your back or between your knees if on your side.<\/p>\n
The problem \u2013 activities that involve sustained loading or compression of the hip\/pelvis can cause pain on the outside of the hip\/pelvis. Sleeping is one of those activities, especially if on the side. Sleeping on the bad hip side can compress it, sleeping on the good hip side can pull too much on the bad hip side.
The solution \u2013 sleep on your back! If that\u2019s not possible, place a pillow between the knees if sleeping on the good side or use an eggshell topper to try and sleep on the bad side.<\/p>\n