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I have arthritis in my back i believe about l5 s1 couldnt sleep on my back because of pressure on it made it hurt so slept left side and felt ok in the morning. is this advisable to do often for arthritis in this area?
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Several techniques can help: sleeping on side with pillow between knees, getting physical therapy and eventually doing McKenzie Back Exercises, using CBD tincture at night to assist pain and anxiety, or taking tylenol (do not exceed 4,000 mg daily).
Answered 6/21/2021
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