Personal Sharing Protecting the health of the spine starts with developing good sleep habits

Mondo Health Updated on 2024-01-30

Whenever you wake up in the morning, do you feel like me, always feeling back pain, as if you have been going through a "battle" all night?

Later, I found out that I had a problem with my sleeping position, which would affect my spine health over time. So, I started experimenting with a few different sleeping positions to try to find a way to make my spine feel comfortable, and here are some of my personal experiences.

First, I tried the side-lying way.

Not only does this pose make me feel relaxed, but I am also able to maintain the natural curvature of my spine. To make my spine more comfortable, I put a pillow under my knees to give my lower back better support. Slowly, I found that this side lying position not only made it easier for me to fall asleep, but also avoided back pain at night.

Secondly, I tried the supine way.

In order to maintain the natural curve of my spine, I put a pillow under my waist so that the whole spine can be properly supported. This sleeping position not only makes me feel relaxed in my spine, but also helps to reduce the pressure on my neck. Although it took a bit of getting used to it at first, gradually I found that this supine position made me feel more refreshed when I woke up in the morning.

Finally, I tried the prone way.

This sleeping position provides relatively little support for the spine, but I found that this position was effective in relieving cervical spine fatigue when using a pillow that was not too high. Although stomach is not the right sleeping position for everyone, I occasionally use it when I am tired, and it can still help to improve neck discomfort.

In addition to the choice of sleeping position, the choice of mattress and pillow is also an important factor affecting the health of the spine. Aspects such as the height, hardness, material, and breathability of the pillow will have an impact on the health of our cervical spine, and the same is true for mattresses. So in terms of mattresses and pillows, I also made some small adjustments to try to make every moment of sleep a comfortable time for the spine.

The choice of mattress is crucial. It is advisable to choose a mattress with a moderate firmness to ensure that the spine is adequately supported. A mattress that is too soft can cause the spine to bend unnaturally, while a mattress that is too hard may cause discomfort in the lower back. Moderate stiffness allows the spine to naturally maintain its curve, which improves the quality of sleep throughout the night.

The height and firmness of the pillow also need to be chosen according to the individual's needs. It is recommended to choose a pillow with a moderate height that is moderately soft and firm, providing comfortable support to maintain the natural position of the neck and head. Pillows that are too high or too low can cause discomfort in the cervical spine, while a moderate height can ensure that the entire spine is in a relatively stable state.

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In addition, a fixed sleep schedule is the basis for developing good sleep habits, so I try to maintain a fixed time to fall asleep and wake up every day, which can help adjust the biological clock and give the spine more time to rest and repair.

Avoid excessively strenuous activities before bedtime. Before going to bed, I try to avoid strenuous exercise so as not to increase the burden on my spine. Instead, I would opt for some relaxing activities, such as walking or gentle yoga, to help the body relax.

Relaxing activities before bed are also good habits for me to develop. For example, I do some gentle stretches before bed to stretch my spine and muscles. At the same time, I will avoid using my phone or computer for a long time before going to bed to reduce neck and eye fatigue.

Through these adjustments and the formation of habits, I have found that my spine has gradually become more comfortable and healthy. When I wake up in the morning, I no longer feel the stiffness of my back, and the whole person becomes more energetic. I hope that everyone who cares about spine health can find a way that suits them from a simple and effective way, so that every night becomes a happy time for the spine.

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