How to Find the Best Sleeping Position to Avoid Back Pain

The way you lie down whether, you are resting on the sofa or sleeping in bed can affect your back. Lying down the wrong way can put undue pressure on your back that cause back problems. If you have a bad back or you want to avoid getting one you need to make sure that you are not putting undue pressure on your spine.

The first place to check is the place where most people spend a lot of time and that is the bed mattress. A good mattress is very important when it comes to supporting your back. If the mattress is too soft it will put your spine out of shape which will put extra pressure and stress on your back muscles. If your mattress is becoming too soft then the best thing to do is buy a new one. Do not cut corners by putting a stiff piece of wood underneath your mattress as this will only wear out the mattress quicker.

Even with a good mattress it is still very important that you lie on it in the correct way. There is no concrete medical findings that tell us that different sleeping positions can have an effect on back problems. However, the key thing is to find a position that you are comfortable with.

The following is a guide to better sleeping positions that you can try out and experiment with:

Many people sleep with their chest down on the mattress which has the affect of enlarging the curve of the lower back. If you find this position comfortable you can reduce the curve of the back by placing a pillow under your pelvis area.

Many people consider lying flat on their back as a good position to sleep in. This position actually can cause pressure in your lower back by extending the curvature of it. You can reduce these affects by putting a pillow under your hips or else you can bend your knees.

Many consider the foetal position as the best and most natural as it is a similar position of the unborn baby in the mother's womb. With the foetal position you lie down on your side with your knees tucked in towards your abdomen. You can make this position more comfortable by placing a pillow between the legs.

Another place that you need to be aware of is the couch which many people enjoy lying on. The best way is not to lie down on it in the first place especially, for long extended periods.