What’s the Best Sleep Position for These Conditions – Part 2

Sleep posture, something that is highly overlooked and not really given any thought. Despite this, Back and Body Medical in Manhattan speaks about when treating patients. Your sleep posture could also be causing your orthopedic problems. Fear not though, because today we will be looking at three common orthopedic problems, and discussing their relation to sleep posture. This is in follow up to our first part article which can be found here.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS):

CTS can be caused by sleeping in a fetal position with the wrists curled. CTS causes a numb pain that can shoot up the arm. Wearing a night splint can help prevent CTS. Avoid wearing a brace that is too tight on the wrist, as it may have a negative effect.

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome:

Cubital tunnel syndrome is also caused by sleeping in a fetal position but with sustained elbow flexion. You can prevent it by also wearing a brace which prevents the elbow from flexing beyond a 45 degree angle.

Gluteal Tendinopathy:

Side sleeping can compress the lateral hip which can create gluteal pain. Instead of side sleeping, sleep on your back to avoid this compression from occurring. If unable to sleep on your back, you could also try placing a pillow between your knees to take some strain off.

If you are experiencing any pain that you think could be related to your sleep habits, be sure to come and see us at Back and Body Medical in Manhattan, New York. We are here to help you get out of pain.

If you are in pain, suffer from back pain, neck pain, headaches or whatever, come in and see us, we can help. We also accept insurance and would be delighted to help you out of pain. Call us today or Schedule an appointment.

Dr Shan Sivendra MD

Dr Shan Sivendra MD is the founder and medical director of Back and Body Medical in Midtown Manhattan. A board-certified medical doctor, certified acupuncturist, and Director of House Physicians at St. Barnabas Medical Center, Dr Sivendra has been practicing in New York since 1995.

He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Saint Barnabas Medical Center (affiliated with Mount Sinai School of Medicine) and received the Resident Research Award for three consecutive years.

Dr Sivendra has a background spanning internal medicine, pain management, and conservative spine rehabilitation, and was licensed in both the US and the UK.

At Back and Body Medical, he leads a multidisciplinary team of chiropractors, physical therapists, and acupuncturists dedicated to helping patients recover from pain without surgery or unnecessary medication.