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Health Topicssleep disordersThe Best and Worst Sleep Positions for Your Health


THE BEST AND WORST SLEEP POSITIONS FOR YOUR HEALTH

SHOULD YOU SNOOZE ON YOUR SIDE, BACK, OR STOMACH?


By Olivia DeLong

Medically reviewed in August 2022

Updated on August 16, 2022

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It depends on your body, but the way you sleep at night can have a huge impact
on your health. For example, sleeping on your back may keep your head, neck, and
spine in a comfortable, neutral position, while sleeping on your side can
decrease acid reflux. And sleeping on your belly? Well, it’s just not a good
idea for your joints.

On the hunt for the best sleep… Show More

It depends on your body, but the way you sleep at night can have a huge impact
on your health. For example, sleeping on your back may keep your head, neck, and
spine in a comfortable, neutral position, while sleeping on your side can
decrease acid reflux. And sleeping on your belly? Well, it’s just not a good
idea for your joints.

On the hunt for the best sleep position, we took a look at the options, and the
pros and cons of each. Here’s what we found.

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SIDE OR FETAL POSITION

The most popular way to sleep is on your side, with your legs and torso
straight, or in a fetal position, with your knees a bit more curved. In fact,
it’s estimated that more than half of adults slumber this way. (We have to
wonder if it’s because that’s how we slept as infants.)

Sleeping on one… Show More

The most popular way to sleep is on your side, with your legs and torso
straight, or in a fetal position, with your knees a bit more curved. In fact,
it’s estimated that more than half of adults slumber this way. (We have to
wonder if it’s because that’s how we slept as infants.)

Sleeping on one side is a great position for people who snore, since it
elongates your spine and helps keep your airways clear. Those with
gastroesophageal reflux disease may benefit if they sleep on their left side, as
it can reduce reflux.

The side position is especially helpful to pregnant people. Sleeping this way
can encourage good blood flow throughout your body and to the growing fetus. It
can also keep your uterus from putting pressure on the major blood vessel that
returns blood back to your heart.  

How to do it: While sleeping on one side, keep your torso and legs straight as
you drift off. Every so often, switch sides to prevent one side of your face
from getting more wrinkles. To sleep in a fetal position, instead of curling
into a tight ball (which could cause backaches and joint soreness), try to keep
your body a little bit straighter, and your neck and knees less bent. You can
also put a pillow in between your knees if you notice any discomfort in your
hips.

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STOMACH

You may find sleeping on your stomach will make your partner happy because you
won’t snore as much, but other than that, there aren’t a lot of benefits to this
position. It may put unnecessary pressure on your muscles and joints. It forces
your neck to extend backwards, constricting your spine… Show More

You may find sleeping on your stomach will make your partner happy because you
won’t snore as much, but other than that, there aren’t a lot of benefits to this
position. It may put unnecessary pressure on your muscles and joints. It forces
your neck to extend backwards, constricting your spine which can cause numbness,
tingling and aches, and can aggravate your nerves in those areas.

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BACK

According to the National Sleep Foundation, sleeping on your back is the best
position for many people. For some, it allows the head, neck, and spine to rest
in a neutral spot, minimizing the amount of pressure on those areas and
potentially reducing pain. 

However, if you have sleep apnea, a… Show More

According to the National Sleep Foundation, sleeping on your back is the best
position for many people. For some, it allows the head, neck, and spine to rest
in a neutral spot, minimizing the amount of pressure on those areas and
potentially reducing pain. 

However, if you have sleep apnea, a disorder where you experience pauses in
breathing for at least 10 seconds, resting on your back may make breathing
problems worse. This is because the extra body tissue around your neck can weigh
down on your airway, making it harder for air to move through to your lungs. If
you snore or have back pain, resting on your back may also give you some
trouble. People who are pregnant should not sleep on their back either, as it is
a risk factor for stillbirth.

How to do it: Your head and neck should be well-supported by your pillow. If you
have back pain and find sleeping flat on your back isn’t comfortable, try
putting a pillow under your knees to align your spine and relieve pressure.

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SO, WHAT’S THE BEST SLEEPING POSITION FOR YOU?

The truth is, for most people, the side sleeping position is the healthiest. But
varying your form isn’t the worst thing in the world—in fact, it may prevent you
from developing problems due to prolonged pressure, like blood flow issues,
sores, and pain. For example, when you snooze on your right… Show More

The truth is, for most people, the side sleeping position is the healthiest. But
varying your form isn’t the worst thing in the world—in fact, it may prevent you
from developing problems due to prolonged pressure, like blood flow issues,
sores, and pain. For example, when you snooze on your right side, your right
shoulder may begin to hurt after awhile, and if you doze on your back, you may
notice backaches over time.

Worried about how you're going to move positions as you sleep? Good news: Your
body likely shifts positioning on its own through the night.

Bottom line? It’s best to find a sleep position that keeps your spine, neck, and
shoulders in proper alignment. If you have pain each morning, you may want to
reevaluate your sleep posture.

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