Are you sleeping on the wrong side? These sleeping mistakes can affect your spine
6 days, 12 hours ago

Are you sleeping on the wrong side? These sleeping mistakes can affect your spine

Hindustan Times  

Poor posture can lead to back discomfort, further leading to postural errors. In an interview with HT lifestyle, Dr Lakshay Bhaktiani, head of physiotherapy, PSRI Hospital said, “If you wake up in agony or discover that your discomfort worsens in the morning, your sleeping posture might be the cause.” The physiotherapist further revealed here’s what we are doing wrong while sleeping. Sleeping mistakes that can affect spine: Worst posture to sleep: The worst sleeping posture for your spine is lying on your stomach. Best sleeping positions for spinal health: Back sleeping: Sleeping on your back is the best posture for spine health, especially if you're experiencing back discomfort. Side sleeping: If you are unable to sleep on your back, the next best choice is to sleep on your side — but remember to extend your legs to maintain a neutral spine.

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Daily Mail  

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2 months ago

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Daily Mail  

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Which side should we sleep? Expert Tips (July 2024)
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Which side should we sleep? Expert Tips (July 2024)

The Hindu  

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1 year, 5 months ago

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Posture expert reveals there are only TWO sleep positions you should be using if you want to maintain a healthy back and spine
1 year, 7 months ago

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Daily Mail  

A posture expert has lifted the lid on the only two sleep positions he recommends for optimal spine support — insisting that you should never lay on your stomach. James Leinhardt, a sleep posture expert from Manchester, England, went viral on TikTok after sharing the only two sleep positions he recommends for optimal spine support The first position he recommended …

Do you wake up with back pain? Here are some sleeping positions to avoid back injury
1 year, 10 months ago

Do you wake up with back pain? Here are some sleeping positions to avoid back injury

India TV News  

Poor sleep positions can contribute to back pain and discomfort. If you often wake up with back pain or discomfort, it may be worth evaluating your sleep position and making adjustments. Back Sleeping Position Sleeping on your back is typically considered ideal for maintaining proper spinal alignment. Reclined Position Sleeping in a reclined position can help some people with their …

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1 year, 10 months ago

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Hindustan Times  

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What are the best and worst sleeping positions? An expert answers
2 years, 6 months ago

What are the best and worst sleeping positions? An expert answers

Hindustan Times  

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Which Pillow is Right For Your Sleep Style?
55 years, 2 months ago

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LA Times  

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Australian experts reveal what sort of pillow is best for your sleeping style
5 years, 5 months ago

Australian experts reveal what sort of pillow is best for your sleeping style

Daily Mail  

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World Sleep Day: Best and worst sleeping positions explained by a spine specialist
6 years ago

World Sleep Day: Best and worst sleeping positions explained by a spine specialist

India Today  

March 15 is celebrated as World Sleep Day, a day dedicated to celebrating both sleep and the important health issues related to it. A poor sleeping position puts unnecessary pressure on the neck, hips, and back causing lower back pain. This World Sleep Day, here are the two best sleeping positions for a healthy back: 1. Sleeping on your back …

Why curling up when you sleep is ruining your health
6 years, 9 months ago

Why curling up when you sleep is ruining your health

Daily Mail  

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How does the position you sleep in affect your health?
8 years, 4 months ago

How does the position you sleep in affect your health?

The Independent  

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