As a neck pain chiropractor in Sacramento, I’ve been asked if sleeping positions are a factor. The answer is a resounding yes.
There is a right way and a wrong way to sleep. Logically, being in an awkward position for six to eight hours straight will induce some form of pain and discomfort upon waking up.
This short article aims to educate you more about the proper sleeping positions to avoid neck pain. I will discuss this, and toward the end, I will reveal a natural form of relief.
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The Right and Wrong Way to Sleep
I’ll give it to you straight: sleeping on your stomach is hard on your neck. Even if it seems like a comfortable position to some people, it puts your neck at an awkward angle.
Think of it as looking over your shoulder for an entire day. If you did that, your neck muscles would be tense and your neck would probably feel stiff.
A decent sleeping position is on your side. But the key here is to provide support for your neck and not have your head slanted toward the bed. Keep a pillow between your knees to keep your lower back supported.
The best sleeping position is on your back. It’s a position that provides an equal amount of support to the back and neck, especially if kept in a neutral position.
Keeping Proper Neck Alignment
Upper cervical chiropractic care is one way to ensure proper neck alignment. It is a form of relief I specialize in here in my clinic, Body Balance Spinal Care. I use precise and gentle methods to encourage any misaligned vertebrae in the upper neck to return to their correct alignment. If you’re looking for a neck pain chiropractor in Sacramento, you know where to go. For questions or to schedule a free consultation, you may call me at (916) 973-0623 or fill out an online contact form.