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April 19, 2010

Bad posture in the Bed Room

We have all had back pains, whether it be due to old age, accidents, physical activity, or whatever the case may be. You ever think this bone discomfort could come from the way you sleep? Similar to how bad posture effects your back; the same applies to the way you sleep. So here are some sleeping habits to heal your back pain.

        I challenge you to try the positions below and see if you experience the difference.

Lying flat on your back forces your spine into an unnatural position, which can strain your muscles, joints, and nerves. "Your spine isn't meant to be straight," he says. "It has three natural curves: one in your lower back, one in the middle of your back, and one near your neck.

THE BEST POSITIONS TO SLEEP: 1) Fetal with a pillow in between your legs. ("Sleeping like a baby")
2) On your back, apply a small pillow under the back of your knee or achilles

DO NOT SLEEP LIKE THIS

Don't sleep on your stomach. Sleeping facedown can exaggerate the arch at the base of your spine and cause strain.Sleeping on your stomach forces your lower back into extension, and this jams your facets and shortens your muscles. Expect stomach cramps, aches, wrinkles, and pressure on your jaw muscle.

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