Sleep well: The best and worst sleep positions for back pain

Sleeping on stomach This is the worst sleeping position as it puts a lot of strain on the neck and spine leading to back pain.

Sleeping on back Sleeping flat on your back is one of the ideal positions for sleeping as it helps distribute the weight evenly and reduce back pain.

Sleeping on your sides with one leg straight It results in misalignment of your spine and increased back pain.

Foetal position Curling up on your side with knees drawn to your chest is a position that relieves back pain by releasing the pressure from the spine.

Sleeping with too high/low a pillow Sleeping in this position can misalign your neck resulting in back pain.

Side sleeping Sleeping on your sides with your legs straight is one of the best positions to avoid back pain.

Sleeping with a pillow under your hips This can misalign your spine and cause back pain.

Side sleeping with a pillow between knees This position is ideal for sleeping as it ensures proper alignment of hips, spine and pelvis reducing the strain from the back.

Sleeping on a couch or chair These surfaces are not designed for sleeping and sleeping on these can cause back pain.

Sleeping on your back with elevated legs Sleeping on your back with elevated legs on a stack of pillows is a good position for sleeping as it relaxes back pain.

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