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Suggested sleeping posture to reduce neck pain?

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Change in position: Anything may aggravate underlying neck pain. If you have a neck that is predisposed to pain from disc herniation or degenerative changes, postural changes could certainly affect your pain and cause a "crick." there is no magic pillow or position. Try different firmness, roll up behind neck, sleep on your side or stomach until you find a comfortable position.

Answered 2/28/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

In general w the: Absence of specific health concerns, sleeping on the back may be optimal. Sleeping on your back can aid the head ; spine to maintain a neutral position. If you sleep on your back a puffy pillow which provides support but doesn’t put your neck at too much of an angle is recommended. Sleeping on the side can also be a good sleep position to avoid neck pain. If you sleep on your side use of a thick.

Answered 11/17/2018

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