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| | | | There's no such thing as the "best" sleeping position. However, there may be such a thing as the best one for you. That's because some are better for specific health issues — to relieve pain, reduce snoring, or decrease congestion, for example. Today, let's discuss which sleeping positions are best for different reasons. | | | | Don't let the bed bugs bite,
Morgan Mandriota
Newsletter Editor, Healthline | | | | |
| |  | | Written by Morgan Mandriota
December 16, 2024 • 3.5 min read | | | | | | | |
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| |  | | | The best sleeping position depends on your needs | | Different sleeping positions offer different benefits and downsides. For example, lying on your stomach could cause neck and back pain and add strain to your muscles and joints. However, it can also help you manage snoring and sleep apnea symptoms. | | You don't need to change your ways if you don't have any "issues" to remedy. Just sleep however is most comfortable for you. But if you're waking up unrested or in pain, it might be time to switch things up. | | Depending on which health concern you're trying to manage, the following sleeping positions and tips may help you sleep — and feel — better. | - If you have low back pain: Try sleeping on your side, back, or in the fetal position. You can also place a pillow between your knees to promote spine alignment.
- If you have neck pain: Try sleeping on your side or back. Use a thicker pillow on your side and a thinner pillow on your back.
- If you have hip or knee pain: Try sleeping on your back. Placing a pillow under your knees could help take pressure off your spine.
- If you snore or have sleep apnea: Try sleeping on your side, stomach, or in the fetal position.
- If you have acid reflux: Try sleeping on your side. Sleeping on your left side might be more effective.
- If you're pregnant: Try sleeping on your side or in the fetal position. Using a body pillow or wedge pillow may also increase comfort.
- If you have sinus congestion: Try sleeping on your back. Propping your head up with an extra pillow can help with drainage.
| | These suggestions may not work for everybody. As always, listen to your body, and adjust accordingly! Consider keeping a sleep journal or using a sleep tracker to monitor any changes and see which position is best for you. | | | | | | | | | | Sweet dreams 💤 | | | | | | |  | | Sleep Well Newsletter | | Want to learn more about how to catch better Zzz's? Sign up for our Sleep Well newsletter! We cover the best sleep products, ways to feel more rested, how to manage conditions like insomnia or sleep apnea, and much more. Click below to choose which topics you're interested in, and we'll send you related articles every Monday. | | | Every product we recommend has gone through either Healthline's or Optum Store's vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Store are owned by RVO Health. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Sponsored by | | | | | | | | |  | | | A probiotic for a healthy gut | | Your gut microbiome consists of trillions of microbes, the composition of which is unique to your body. Disruptions to it — which can be caused by traveling, drinking alcohol, and sleeping poorly — can lead to digestive discomfort such as irregular bowel movements and bloating. | | For these symptoms, you might want to consider a probiotic to balance out your system. Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic is a 2-in-1 probiotic and prebiotic formulated to support your whole-body health — including healthy digestion and ease of bloating. Use code 25HEALTHLINE for 25% off your first month of Seed! | | | | | | | | | | | | | Thanks for reading! Tell us: What's your go-to sleep position? Email wellnesswire@healthline.com to share, and your response may be featured in an upcoming newsletter. | | | | | | |
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