Spinal stenosis can often make getting a good night’s sleep difficult. Here are some sleeping techniques to help you combat spinal stenosis and get a good night’s sleep;
- Invest in a Supportive Mattress and Pillow: Aim to find a medium-firm mattress with memory foam. Memory foam can help to relieve pressure on sensitive areas. For a pillow, aim for a contoured orthopedic pillow to support the natural curve of your neck,
- Find the Right Sleeping Position: Whether you have cervical or lumbar spinal stenosis, it’s important that you don’t sleep on your stomach because it puts strain on your spine and neck. For lumbar spinal stenosis, you should sleep in the fetal position. For cervical spinal stenosis, you should sleep on your back.
- Build a Bedtime Routine: Sticking to a consistent sleep schedule can help condition your body to expect sleep which can help to improve falling and staying asleep.