Sleep positions for pain-free nights
Side, back or stomach: each position loads your spine, shoulders and airway differently. These guides explain which position suits which problem and how to support it with pillows.
Guides
- The Best Sleeping Position for Your Body: Side, Back or StomachFor most people the best sleeping position is on the side with the spine kept straight by a pillow of the right height. Sleeping on your back is a good option if you do not snore. Stomach sleeping is most often linked to back and neck pain. The left side helps nighttime reflux, and from 28 weeks of pregnancy either side is safest.7 min read, 7 sources
- Sleeping With Lower Back Pain: Positions, Pillows and What Actually HelpsWhen sleeping with lower back pain, lie on your side with a pillow between your knees, or on your back with a pillow under your knees, and avoid stomach sleeping. A randomized trial found a medium-firm mattress reduced pain in bed and disability more than a firm one. See a doctor if pain comes with leg weakness, numbness or bladder changes.7 min read, 7 sources