What’s The Best Way To Sleep If You Have Back Pain?

Erin M • May 27, 2020

Do You Have Lower Back Pain?

Back pain can make it pretty hard to get a good night’s sleep, especially if you’re tossing and turning and unable to find a comfortable position. How you sleep can make a big difference as some positions can make your pain worse because they put a strain on your back. Other positions will make your pain better! According to the National Sleep Foundation, those who experience acute or chronic pain will have trouble sleeping, thus affecting their daily lives. In turn, this reduced amount of sleep affects their relationships, moods, and even enjoyment of life.

Kristen Knutson, PhD states, “Sleep quality and duration should be considered a vital sign, as they are strong indicators of overall health and quality of life.”

Just getting 18-23 minutes of extra sleep increased many people’s feelings of increased health. At first, low back pain does not cause sleeplessness. However, as this pain continues it creates several disruptions in sleep each hour of sleep, leading to awakening. By not getting a continuous sleep cycle, the person never completely rests. Decreased sleep makes chronic low back pain worse.

What Can You Do At Home To Help You Sleep Better With Back Pain?

·Limit caffeine consumption, particularly in the evening.

·Limit alcohol.

·Utilize diaphragmatic breathing or other relaxation techniques.

·Place a pillow under your knees and feet when lying on your back or mid-section.

·When lying on your side, place a pillow between your knees and feet to take the pressure off of your back.

These are suggestions to help alleviate low back pain when sleeping but they will not get rid of the pain altogether, as the primary cause still exists. Often low back pain is due to a structural shift. A Grimsby chiropractor from West Niagara Chiropractic can help you get rid of the pain for good, instead of providing only temporary relief. When it comes to complete chiropractic care, we will customize a treatment plan specific to your health care needs.

Call us today at 905-945-3730 to make an appointment with one of our chiropractic specialists at our conveniently located office at 17 Ontario St. in Grimsby, Ontario.

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