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What are some proper positions for sleeping... like, should ones shoulders also be on the pillow while lying in back? what are harmful positions also

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Dr. Laurence Badgley answered

Specializes in General Practice

Varies: Question re: sleeping position. Most comfortable best. Ligaments tolerate stretch one direction about 20 minutes; as coefficient of stretch reaches limit; reason we constantly change position even asleep. Firm mattress overrated; best supports all surfaces equally. Body's inherent wisdom selects positions based on prior ligament injuries. Stretched ligaments hurt; as Spanish Inquisitioners knew.

Answered 11/27/2015

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