Sleep is essential for maintaining a healthy spine, as it allows the body to repair and regenerate tissues, reduce inflammation, and relieve spinal stress. However, the benefits of sleep for spinal health depend heavily on your sleep quality and sleeping position.
How Different Sleeping Positions Affect the Spine
Back Sleeping: This position is ideal for spinal alignment, as it evenly distributes weight across the body. A pillow that supports the natural curve of your neck is essential.
Side Sleeping: Side sleeping can also support spinal health, particularly if you keep your spine straight. A pillow between your knees helps maintain this alignment.
Stomach Sleeping: This position is the least favorable for spinal health, as it can strain the neck and lower back. If you prefer sleeping on your stomach, using a very thin pillow can help reduce strain.
Choosing the Right Pillow: Why Pillowise?
The right pillow is crucial for spinal health, and at Precision Chiropractic, we recommend the Pillowise brand. Pillowise pillows are custom-fitted to your unique body measurements, ensuring optimal support for your neck and spine. Whether you’re a back, side, or stomach sleeper, Pillowise pillows help maintain proper alignment, reducing the risk of pain and discomfort.
Choosing the Right Mattress
Pair your Pillowise pillow with a medium-firm mattress that supports your spine’s natural curves without causing pressure points.
With the right sleeping position, pillow, and mattress, you can protect your spine, reduce the risk of pain, and enjoy the restorative sleep your body needs.
Want to get measured for a Pillowise pillow? You don’t need to be a current patient of ours. Simply call us at 970-663-1617 and we’ll set aside the few minutes it takes to measure. If we don’t have your size in stock, we will order it for you that day!
Yours in good health,
Dr. Jane
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