Question 1

does getting braces mean you have to change your sleeping position?

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Braces and sleep: In general no.  Sometimes face/mough/jaw can be sore at times which may be a factor in position you sleep.

Question 2

how can you change your sleeping position when new partner?

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Go for it: I'm not sure i understand your question, but if you are used to an empty bed, and you now have a partner, it can be a little bit of a challenge initially. First of all, get a bed that is big enough for the two of you. Then, i'm sure that it will all work out.

Question 3

what would be the best sleeping position for a teen with mild scoliosis starting to get pain in neck and back?

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Neutral: Usually with the spine in a "neutral" position.  One way to do this is to rest on the side with a pillow between the arms, another between the legs; with the knees and hips in a mildly flexed position.

Question 4

hey i am experiencing suddenly shortness of breath. because of posture i guess. if i sit in particular chair for a long time, then i get this problem. and sleeping position. please help me what should i do now?

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Cough: If you have a cough and shortness of breath, please ask your PCP to evaluate you for infection.
You should see a physician right away, to rule out other causes such as cardiac or pulmonary disorders.

Question 5

i get really bad neck ache. bad sleep position or what?

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Hope this helps: http://www.livestrong.com/article/557668-no-more-neck-pain/.

Question 6

what's the best way to sleep (position, mattress, etc.), as a lifelong habit, so not to get sleep problems 30 years later?

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Long answer!: Best way to sleep can be very personalized.  In general i would say make sure you are correct/near ideal body weight, avoid sedative hypnotics prior to sleep, sleep on side if comfortable, avoid matresses that may become old and worn, avoid allergens during sleep (make sure breathing clean air).

Question 7

i have sternum pain right below my right breast, i get the diagnose from clinic, idk the reason i got this, does wrong sleeping position / excessive masturbation cause the pain? what dos & dont having sternum pain?

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: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without examining you. One thing I can assure you of is that it is not due to masturbation.
Have a healthy diet, exercise 30 minutes/day, drink plenty of water daily so your urine is mostly colorless, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. For nutrition: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/.
Get HPV and Covid vaccines.

Question 8

how do i find what's the best sleeping position for your back if you have pain?

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Pain where ?: In general w the 
absence of specific health concerns, sleeping on the back is considered optimal. Sleeping on your back can aid the head ; spine to maintain a neutral position. The next best position is sleeping on the side. Sleeping on your stomach usually requires you to have your head turned to the side for hours ; makes it difficult to keep the spine in a neutral position. It also puts &gt;.

Question 9

best sleep position(s) to alleviate or avoid waking up with achy neck and back?

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Use pillows: Dear JenniScott,

Comfort is paramount when sleeping.  Sleeping on your side with a pillow between your legs and improve neck pain.  If you have lower back pain, using a pillow behind your knees to slightly elevate it can help back pain.  Avoid sleeping on your stomach as it cause lead to unwanted neck discomfort in the am.  A firmer bed or memory foam mattress may do the trick.  Happy sleeping!

Question 10

why does sleeping position in the bed cause sids?

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Not known: The exact cause of sids is not known; however, there are risks now known.  One of these is body position in bed.  The idea behind back sleeping is that neck muscles and trunk muscles are not entirely formed so airway compromise can be more likely to occur and unlike in grown child or adult, babies cannot turn themselves over.

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