{"id":3981,"date":"2023-04-08T08:12:30","date_gmt":"2023-04-08T08:12:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/physiotherapyfirst.ca\/?p=3981"},"modified":"2025-04-26T16:46:19","modified_gmt":"2025-04-26T16:46:19","slug":"best-sleeping-positions-for-back-pain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coderbeans.com\/physiotherapy-first-2.0-dev\/blog\/best-sleeping-positions-for-back-pain","title":{"rendered":"Top Three Sleeping Positions for Back Pain Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sleep and pain have a complex relationship. <\/span>Poor sleep can make the pain worse. Pain makes sleeping difficult. And back pain is a huge barrier to sleep. Research suggests lower back pain and sleeping problems have a two-way relationship. Also, people with sleep problems have a higher chance of experiencing back pain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

But, physiotherapy has a solution to it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are the three best <\/span>sleeping positions for back pain shared by top physiotherapists.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What Are the Best Sleeping Positions for Back Pain?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

Sleeping in the wrong position can harm you in more ways than you can think.\u00a0<\/span>Back pain is one of the most harmful outcomes of a poor sleeping posture.\u00a0<\/span>You feel pain when the spinal column is misaligned.\u00a0<\/span>So, the key tactic to sleep in the right position is alignment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are some effective sleeping positions for back pain treatment<\/a>.<\/p>\n

1. On your back\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

According to physiotherapists, the right way to sleep and avoid pain is on your back. Sleeping on your back helps in optimal spinal alignment. Hence, it acts wonders when it comes to treating back pain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You can also keep a pillow under your knees and another under your head. Pregnant women should, however, avoid this position.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You should always consult with a physiotherapist to know which is the best sleeping position for your back pain.<\/p>\n

2. On your side with a pillow between your knees\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

Some people may find it uncomfortable to sleep on their backs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There\u2019s a solution for you too.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s what you can do:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n