THE RIGHT QUESTION – We all have a position in which we feel better to sleep. On your back in a star shape or on your stomach with one hand under the pillow? which is better
When it comes to sleeping position, everyone has their own preference. Curled up on one side, completely under the covers or with one leg open, on the back, body well aligned or in a starfish shape or even on the stomach with one arm under the pillow. Only certain poses can make us somewhat rusty the next day when we wake up. On our backs or on our stomachs, which is best for our bodies and the quality of our nights?
Respect physiological inclinations
Anyone can preach for their ward, but in reality there is no ideal sleeping position. “The main thing is to relax all the muscle masses around the back and respect the physiological curves of the body,” says rheumatologist Laurent Grande immediately to avoid pain when waking up. More precisely, the challenge is to find a posture that respects the cervical, back and lumbar spine, i.e. the “S” shaped back line.
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In some cases, positions on your back or stomach may not be recommended. “For example, a person with neck pain should avoid lying on their stomach,” says physical therapist Charles Quesnot. Those who are overweight should also stay away from it to avoid organ compression. In turn, the supine position, which is the most natural, “causes upper airway obstruction, thus stimulating snoring and increasing reflux,” suggests Dr. Laurent Grande.
Respect the natural curve of the back
That being said, you should know that our bodies adapt. Thus, it will move during the night if the adopted position is not convenient for us. “When it perceives a painful impulse, the body naturally changes its position,” emphasizes the rheumatologist.
To best respect the natural curvature of the body, it is necessary to have a quality mattress. Ideally, it should be neither too hard to risk muscle contractions, nor too soft to avoid sinking into it. Additionally, physical therapist Charles Quesnot recommends replacing it every 10 years to ensure adequate support. The quality of the pillow is also important. Be careful not to choose a model that is too bulky, “which can break the curvature of the cervix,” concludes Dr. Laurent Grande.
Source: Le Figaro
