C. Booth
Last Updated on January 7, 2021
We are all looking forward to having that evening rest in our bedrooms away from all the stress and difficulties that life showers us with.
A wise man said once that you would know that you are a grown up when you start thinking of sleep as a way to get rest and not as a punishment, as many of us used to perceive when we were little.
Some people find falling asleep the easiest thing they ever do; once they put their heads on their pillows, they jump to the other side of ‘Dreamland’. However, many among us may not be able to sleep unless they get the strongest sleeping pills at Walmart.
These sleeping drugs assist them to have good sleep at night, escaping the nightmares of reality. But these midnite pills are not really recommended, for nothing can be compared to having a natural good sleep.
This might depend on the bed and mattress that you sleep on plus the way you sleep in. It has been proven that certain sleeping positions can affect your body, externally and internally alike. Keep reading to find out more about these positions, and how they impact your body.
#1 – Tingling and numbness in your hands and arms
© Pain Arthritis Relief CenterSleeping issues are not confined to fatal insomnia; other issues might also include sleeping in the wrong positions resulting in serious problems. The midnite sleep aid that you think is effective is not going to help you with this.
Having tingling and numbness in your hands and arms after waking up means that you slept the other night in the wrong position. If you sleep on your side or stomach, your nerves will get likely irritated, starting from your neck.
You might think of using contoured pillows, especially when you sleep on your side. This way; the nerves in your neck will not be compressed, and you can enjoy a good and healthy sleep.
#2 – Irritation of your elbow and wrist nerves
© Ra.newlifeoutlookIf you bend a lot on your elbow or wrist, you will end having tingling and numbness in your hands and arms that we have just talked about. This is likely to happen if the bending lasted for too long.
The ulnar and median nerves can be subject to irritation as well in case your sheets and pillow are clenched with your death grip.
You might end up paying a fortune for a physical therapist who will likely recommend the use of a wrist brace, which might help in preventing your wrist from bending at night.
Besides, sleeping on a super comfy bed might also help; that is why you should avoid spending your money on cheap beds that will make your sleep even worse.
#3 – Dreams are affected too
© Bvtt-tphcm.org.vnSweet dreams and good sleep are all that we look for when escaping from the shocks that we receive all day long from a harsh life that knows no mercy. All that we could not have in the real world, we can still have it in our private world ‘our dreams’.
If you take pills to help sleep, then your dreams are likely to be nightmares. Trying to sleep naturally without the assistance of chemical meds is always the best. However, sleeping in unhealthy positions can influence your dreams.
If you sleep on your stomach, your dreams will be mostly positive according to a study published by the Journal Dreaming back in 2012. The promotion of good sleeping habits and sleeping positions can help you enjoy your sleep time.
#4 – Lower back pain (likely experienced by women)
© Advanced KineticsMost sleeping therapists recommend drinking a cup of spearmint tea or pineapple tea; they can help you relax before going to bed. Usually, the stress and anxiety that we experience during the day affect our sleep deeply.
However, we must try out best to release our bodies and minds from them and try to get some good sleep at night. This is not always easy and possible for everyone. Our sleeping positions have got also a say in the amount of good sleep we get.
Women, in particular, tend to suffer mostly from severe back pain. As they lay on their side, given that their pelvis is wider, they experience pain in their spine and back as a whole. In fact, cheap beds might also cause such pains.
One suggested way to avoid this is using a folded towel placed above your pelvis (hip bone) which can support the spine and cause no pain when sleeping on the side.
#5 – Tongue blocking the airways
© Medical News TodayYou can benefit from a back pain treatment at home which is all summarized in on-the-back-sleeping. This sleeping position will help in aligning your spine. But this treats an issue and triggers another just like meds do.
If you get the chance to contact or see a doctor online to consult him about the cause of your severe snoring, he will likely ask you whether you sleep on your back or stomach.
As you sleep on your back, your tongue will be pulled towards the back of the airway due to gravity. This is how your airway becomes narrower, causing snoring. If your tongue is larger, the airway can be blocked on a frequent basis, causing sleep apnea.
#6 – Strained internal organs
© Luz NoticiasYou can always use a modern sleeper sofa in case an unexpected guest comes by. This sort of sofas can be very comfortable, but this is bound by the brand which determines the quality of the material used in making such sofas.
Cheap ones can trigger serious back and sleep issues. At all rights, beds are not the only factors to affect your sleep, your sleeping positions can too. It is believed that sleeping on your side can help in the reduction of neck pain.
But this is one good side of the coin, while there is another which will be unveiled here. Heartburn can become worse when sleeping on the right side. Your internal organs, namely your lungs, stomach, and liver, can be subject to strain when sleeping on the left side.
#7 – Chronic aches
© Wemedia.ifengThere is no best cure for insomnia; the only sleep treatment you can opt for is releasing your mind from all the stress and anxiety that you experience throughout the day; keep mind that being at home is being in a safe shelter away from all sorts and sources of stress.
Your sleeping positions are also determining factors of whether you get enough and good sleep or not. Mostly, sleeping on the stomach can expose your back and neck to more pain.
The same sleeping position can result in other chronic aches, although it is recommended to reduce snoring. Even if you insist on sleeping on your stomach, use a firmer surface to support your whole body. If your back is compressed, then maybe it is time to engage in back decompression exercises.
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