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What is the best sleep position to maintain proper spine alignment & avoid or alleviate back and neck pain?
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On your side: (the one which is most comfortable...a pillow between your legs may be helpful pull your knees up! (FETAL POSITION) REMEMBER whatever HURTS is probably NOT the correct position Hope this is helpful DrZ
Answered 3/31/2018
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