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I have a herniated disc; can i sleep on the couch or is that bad?
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Comfort: You can sleep on the couch while recovering from the herniated disk. It is important to return to the regular bed routine asap to avoid the development of insomnia.
Answered 11/26/2013
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No problem : What ever makes you most comfortable . No harm in sleeping on sofa as long as you don't feel worse after.
Answered 9/24/2012
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