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Sleeping positions and how they affect your sleep and health

Sleeping positions and how they affect your sleep and health

Sleep plays a huge role in our lives, and its quality depends on many things — including the position you sleep in. The right one gives you comfortable, restorative rest; the wrong one can leave you with back pain, a stiff neck and other health problems. 

Sleeping positions

The right sleeping position: why does it matter?

The position you sleep in plays an important part in making sleep both comfortable and healthy. 

  1. Back support: the right position keeps your spine neutral, which lowers the risk of pain and discomfort.
  2. Less joint pain: some positions take load off the joints, which matters especially if you already have joint problems.
  3. No pinched nerves: some positions reduce the risk of compressing nerves and blood vessels, which can otherwise cause numbness and other issues.
  4. Easier breathing: the right position supports normal breathing and reduces snoring and sleep apnea.

Some people need a specific position at night — pregnant women, for example, who need extra support for the belly.

Popular sleeping positions

Sleeping on your back is considered one of the best positions for the spine and the neck. It spreads body weight evenly and takes load off the joints.

  1. On your side: another popular position. It can help prevent snoring and supports easy breathing.
  2. Knees drawn up (the fetal position): curling your legs towards your chest can feel cosy, though for some people it causes back discomfort.

Sleeping on your stomach strains the neck and the lower back, so it is not recommended if you have any spinal problems.

Choosing the right mattress

Choosing an orthopedic mattress is just as important for supporting your body properly in whichever position you sleep.

  1. Firmness: the mattress has to be firm enough to support your back and stop it from sagging.
  2. Material: latex and memory foam are usually solid choices for an orthopedic mattress.

The mattress also needs to be the right size, so that you can change position freely during the night.

Our mattress store carries everything from orthopedic models to memory foam — mattresses that give you a comfortable night and keep your spine healthy.

You can buy quality mattresses made from the best materials available, including natural latex, viscoelastic polyurethane foam and more.