Many prefer to sleep in the fetal position, some prefer to sleep on their side, and some prefer to lie flat on the bed. Neurologist Vladimir Erokhin, in an interview with MedikForum, spoke about the benefits of sleeping on your back.
May reduce back and neck pain. In a pose on the back during sleep, the pressure on the spine decreases, it is released from the load, rests. After such a dream, tension and pain in the back are reduced.
Provides headache prevention. Another reason explaining the benefits of sleeping on the back is that it relieves stress from the head, neck and spine. According to the doctor, tension headaches often “begin” in the cervical spine, which is under a lot of stress due to poor posture and head tilt (for example, due to constant use of a smartphone or prolonged sitting at a computer). Sleeping on your back provides relaxation to the neck, which protects against such pain.
Improves breathing. When a person lies face down or on his side, his breathing is limited due to pressure on the diaphragm. Lying on your back, you can achieve deep diaphragmatic breathing. Many studies link proper breathing during sleep to stress reduction, improved mood, and good concentration.
Protects against excess wrinkles. When we sleep with our face pressed against a pillow, the skin can stretch or wrinkle, leading to wrinkles. Sleeping on your back not only prevents skin irritation and creases, but also allows your skin care products to stay on your back instead of on your pillowcase.
Source: Rosbalt
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