Intro

Have you ever experienced the frustration of investing greatly in creating the perfect sleep environment, only to find yourself waking up tired and lacking energy for daily work? We often blame the quality of the bedding, leading us to make one upgrade after another in hopes of improving our sleep. However, it failed. To help you solve it, this article will explore another crucial factor from 3 respects that could be the key to enhancing your sleep quality.

What the Sleep Position Says About You?

Everyone has different sleeping positions, largely determined by their health conditions. Similarly, the chosen sleeping position can, in turn, impact the quality of sleep, ultimately affecting one's overall health. Imagine a person who struggles with sleep apnea ( OSA : A condition characterized by interrupted breathing during sleep) might find it difficult to maintain a restful and uninterrupted sleep cycle due to the obstruction of his airway as a back sleeper . However, by adopting a side sleeping position , such as lying comfortably on his side, he will absolutely find himself sleep better.

Similarly, individuals who suffer from nasal congestion, asthma, acid reflux, or body pains may adopt different sleeping positions that can significantly impact how they feel upon waking up the next day. Resolving such problems can often be challenging solely by changing mattresses or pillows. However, It’s crucial to prioritizing the sleep position for addressing these issues. In the following discussion, we will mainly focus on the body pain  and its relationship with  sleep position  and as it directly affects sleep quality.

How the Sleep Position Affects Health?

While each individual's sleep position may vary, we have identified 4 common sleeping positions that warrant closer examination. By delving into their pros and cons  on sleep quality, we can better understand how they contribute to night’s sleep and morning grogginess and fatigue.

Back Sleeper

First up, we have the back sleepers. It turns out that snoozing on your back is the most common sleep position in Australia, and for good reason! Most people wake up feeling refreshed and free from aches when they sleep on their backs. Experts highly recommend this position because it promotes proper spine alignment  and alleviate muscle tension . When you lie on your back, your spine remains relatively straight, minimizing pressure and distributing your body weight evenly. That means less strain to your neck, back, and other parts. No wonder it's a favorite.

Side Sleeper

Second, let's talk about side sleepers. This position ranks as the second most popular choice among Aussies. If you're one of them, it's crucial to pay attention to your spi nal health . When you sleep on your side, your spine naturally curves, bearing about 75%  of your body weight. This is especially true when you add the extra flair of raising your leg. While side sleeping may feel cozy and comfortable at night, it often leaves you waking up with a tired, achy back.

Stomach Sleeper

Stomach sleepers, the rebels of sleep positions! While dozing off on your stomach might provide a sense of comfort, it can have adverse effects on your spine alignment . This position tends to put strain on your neck, leading to neck pain  and muscle stiffness . You see, to maintain smooth breathing, your head often ends up tilted to one side, causing your neck  and shoulders  to twist and remain in a somewhat contorted state. Not only that, sleeping on your stomach can cause your lower back  to protrude forward, stretching back muscles uncomfortably.

Fetal Position

And last but not least, we have the beloved foetal position. This position, reminiscent of a curled-up baby or a cozy puppy, may provide a sense of comfort. However, it presents challenges for maintaining proper  spine alignment  throughout the entire night. The curvature of the spine and the distribution of body weight can lead to increased muscle tension , resulting in morning aches . It seems that the allure of a fetal position comes at a price. When you curl up on your side with your knees drawn toward your chest, it potentially limits deep breathing and puts strain on your  back  and neck .

What's the Best Sleeping Position?

The answer may vary per person. We explore the possibilities of improving sleep quality below which maybe helpful for those who have chronic pain or wanna avoiding discomfort caused by sleeping positions.Let’s pick the sleep position and bedding that’s most you!

Neck Pain

Most office workers experience neck issues, often resulting from long hours of sitting. The problem can worsen if you don't pay attention to your sleeping position. First, please making sure your head is in line with your neck. If your head is pushed up high, the pillow may be too high for you. Vice versa, if hangs down onto the pillow, it may be too low. Therefore, it is important to try different pillows multiple times to find the height that suits you best. However, if trying out pillows one by one is too cumbersome, you can consider the Newentor Memory Foam Pillow , which features four adjustable heights, as an Entry-level gem for those seeking to address neck issues but without expertise. Moreover, it currently offers a 120-day free trial policy, so if it doesn't suit you, feel free to contact us for a return and refund!

Kind Reminder: Please remember to ensure that the pillow contours to your neck perfectly and choose a  supine position (back sleeping)  as it minimizes the strain on your neck.  The other 3 kinds of sleep positions tend to keep the muscles at the back of your neck excessively tense for an extended period and may not be conducive to  spinal health .

Back Pain

If you experience back pain, consider whether your mattress is too soft and unable to provide enough support to your spine. A medium-firm mattress is most suitable for improving this condition. You can try sleeping on your back or side on such a mattress and, through trial and error, find the most suitable position that alleviates your discomfort, so you wake up without such troubles anymore.

For such cases Newentor  Hybrid Mattress  or  Hybrid Mattress  Pro  offer this kind of support.The firmness level has been ranked 6.5/10 in Bedbuyer. Moreover, customers who purchase the Hybrid  Mattress  Pro  recently will receive 2 pillows and a corresponding size protector.

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Hip Pain

This condition is relatively rare and often associated with side sleeping . Sleeping predominantly on one side may cause excess internal rotation on that side and may lead to a unilateral intoeing gait. It may also cause excess pressure and lead to hip pain. For most individuals, this means choosing a medium-soft to medium mattress.  Newentor Hesperis Mattress  is a more common choice in such cases.

Conclusion

Regardless of your preferred sleep position, we offer the ideal mattress series with 7 ergonomically designed zones, catering to 4 different firmness levels. Join Newentor  to pick the one that suits you best!