Question 1

i couldn't sleep due to severe middle back pain on right side. i did windmill excercise this morning after long time. if i stand it starts paining.

Accepted Answer

Back pain: back pain is very common, and has several underlying causes form simple strains to more serious spinal issues. Get eval to see what your most likely cause is, so the treatment best fits your diagnosis.  Best wishes.

Question 2

lower and middle back pain. out of the blue dont know how it happened. transitioned my toddler into a big boy bed and have to pat him on the back to get him to sleep. idk if its my posture, but what could be going on? remedies? thank you?

Accepted Answer

: Lower and middle back pain can be related to many things. Muscle strain is just one of them. It can also indicate a kidney infection or problem with your ovaries or other internal organ problems. Your best bet lacking a clear injury would be to get it checked out by your Dr and make sure to rule out any other causes. They can also recommend treatments.

Question 3

i have middle back pain about 6 hours into sleeping. i usually wake up and urinate and that seems to help. is this related to a kidney issue?

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See a doctor: Back pain that occurs at night is something that should be investigated by a doctor sooner rather than later. Please see your doctor asap. If you do not have one, make an appointment to see a doctor. Do not  ignore this.

Question 4

hair loss middle back pain. like a burning feeling. right flank gnawing pain. doesn't hurt when sleeping. elevated sed. ana + spec pattern? cbc  ok .

Accepted Answer

Complex: Your description does not give clear picture. Discuss with your physician or seek 2 nd opinion. There are many causes of back pain from cardiac and shingles to arthritis and herniated disk. Talk to your doctor.

Question 5

what is the best sleeping position if  you have lower back pain?

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Depends: It is individual. Only you can find the most comfortable position for you.

Question 6

what is the best sleeping position for upper back pain? i used 2 pillows, but then i started having upper back pain. i switched to 1 pillow, & the pain mostly went away, but my neck became stiff & achy. i bought new pillows, but its still happening?

Accepted Answer

: It may not be the sleeping position or pillow that is helping you because you are probably tense. Massager may be preferred, but that does not stop you from adjusting your pillows. The flat and one pillow may be better than two and the important thing is to allow the muscles and spine to align so there is no strain nor tensing when you sleep.

Question 7

what's a comfortable sleeping position for upper back pain?

Accepted Answer

Back pain: Sleep flat in bed without a pillow. A solid matress is also helpful.

Question 8

which is the optimum sleeping position when you have lower back pain?

Accepted Answer

Generally, on your: Side in a fetal position with a pillow between your legs or on your back with or without a pillow under your knees.  Avoid sleeping on your stomach.

Question 9

what is the recommended sleeping position when you have lower back pain?

Accepted Answer

Comfortable position: Choose a comfortable position and make sure you have a good mattress. There is no right or wrong way to sleep, some people sleep with a pillow between their legs or under them.

Question 10

constant upper right back pain brought by deep breathing , recently i had a nose sugery and i keep upright sleeping position?

Accepted Answer

Lung or ribs: Pain in the upper back on deep breathing could come from the lung or rib cage. Do you have a fever or cough? Because you had recent surgery i recommend that your physician check you for this symptom.

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I couldn't sleep due to severe middle back pain on right side. i did windmill excercise this morning after long time. if i stand it starts paining.

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Lower and middle back pain. out of the blue dont know how it happened. transitioned my toddler into a big boy bed and have to pat him on the back to get him to sleep. idk if its my posture, but what could be going on? remedies? thank you?

A member asked:

I have middle back pain about 6 hours into sleeping. i usually wake up and urinate and that seems to help. is this related to a kidney issue?

A member asked:

Hair loss middle back pain. like a burning feeling. right flank gnawing pain. doesn't hurt when sleeping. elevated sed. ana + spec pattern? cbc ok .

A member asked:

What is the best sleeping position if you have lower back pain?

A member asked:

What is the best sleeping position for upper back pain? i used 2 pillows, but then i started having upper back pain. i switched to 1 pillow, & the pain mostly went away, but my neck became stiff & achy. i bought new pillows, but its still happening?

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What's a comfortable sleeping position for upper back pain?

A member asked:

Which is the optimum sleeping position when you have lower back pain?

A member asked:

What is the recommended sleeping position when you have lower back pain?

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Constant upper right back pain brought by deep breathing , recently i had a nose sugery and i keep upright sleeping position?

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