Best SLEEPING POSITIONS for People with SCOLIOSIS
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- čas přidán 18. 06. 2024
- Let's talk about sleeping positions!
How should you sleep when you have scoliosis or Scheuermann's Kyphosis?
In this video, Physio Andrea shares some common sleeping positions that we suggest to modify if you have scoliosis, with some recommended positions instead.
0:00 - Why we made this video
1:10 - Research on sleeping positions?
1:55 - Side Sleeping - issues and suggestions to minimize asymmetrical forces in spine
2:48 - Stomach Sleeping - issues and suggestions to maintain space in spine
5:16 - Back Sleeping - issues and suggestions to relieve tension in lower back
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Thank you so much for making this!
You're very welcome! Let us know how these tips work for you!
Very clear and professional and sweet healing manner! Thank you.
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Thanks a lot ! Very helpful! 😊 ❤
You're welcome 😊 Please keep sharing our videos so more people with scoliosis can access this info!
Fantastic channel. Thank you❤
Glad you enjoy it! Please share with your networks and healthcare professionals so more people can access scoliosis-friendly content :) We'd appreciate the support!
OMG 💗💗 i’ve never seen different strategies for stomach sleeping, i’m a chronic stomach sleeper and constantly wake up that way so i appreciate including the best way to do it instead of just saying not to do it at all. the two pillows is so smart! thank you xo
Thanks for sharing that, so glad to hear the info was helpful for you!
I love thisss. I feel so much betterrrr
yayyyy so glad to hear!
Hi! Thank you so much for these advices making my sleep less painfull
You're so welcome!
Thanks it helps your advice
Hope it helps!
Im going to try and adjusted what is needed for my needs. Thanks.
Awesome let us know how it goes!
This is extremely helpful, confirms some things I’ve intuitively have been doing and brings new insights. Thank you very much!🙏
That's wonderful to hear. Thanks for watching, please share our channel with your friends and healthcare providers so more people with scoli can find us :)
@@TSCConnect I absolutely will! I am a chiropractor and have several clients with scoliosis. This channel is a great resource. Many thanks!
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1:56 "Minimize the time spent lying on the side of your major curve" - Bingo! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!! Great video.
You’re very welcome! Hope the info was helpful.
@@TSCConnect so should i be sleeping on the concave side? so if I'm a levoscolioss then sleep on my right?
I was diagnosed when I was 10 this really help now that I'm older😅
It may help decrease some symptoms, depends on what is causing your issues in the first place though
Hey, would you recommend shoes like Barefoot or similar type of shoes for scoliosis or kyphosis? Do you think that the type of shoes we wear can have an impact on our posture and spine?
When I was growing up, I used to hear that I should wear heels so that my back (kyphosis) straightens and that my shoulders are pushed back because I hunchback. I wonder if that holds up true because I've heard some contradicting information regarding heels and now there's this barefoot shoes trend that's getting talked about... I'm curious what you think.
Thank you so much for making videos on various topics!
Yes, shoes can definitely impact our posture and spine as their shape and structure affect how our feet and leg muscles move and work.
For shoes, there's no recommendation for types specifically FOR scoliosis or kyphosis.
High heels have cons for many reasons; aside from squishing the toes, it transfers the body weight into the balls of the foot and the pelvis often tips forward to accommodate the changes in weight distribution. That can result in increase lumbar lordosis (scoop of lower back) which is also typically over emphasized in hyperkyphosis, so we wouldn't recommend high heels FOR any specific condition.
Barefoot / minimalistic shoes have their benefits but would require a thoughtful adjustment period to minimize risk of injury. Please seek guidance from a Physiotherapist if you're going to transition to these shoes, especially if you're planning to train/run/workout in them.
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Thank you so much for this video!
Please, Can you do a video showing how we can do sports in the gym!? For bodybuilders!
And thank you!
There are hundreds of exercises that you can do in the gym, including all the ones we have in our workouts on our channel, the technique for any exercise matters more than the choice of the exercise. You can add weights to any of these. Bodybuilding is about choosing the right weights/sets/reps/breaks + diet if you want to build muscle and lean out. On this channel we focus on general strength and encouraging people with scoliosis to feel safe when exercising, and don’t focus so much on esthetics goals like size or composition.
Does it apply to when you sleep in a brace? What recommendations would you give then?
In a brace, sleeping position doesn't matter as much since the brace maintains the corrective alignment of the spine throughout the night.
Hello) thanks for the video! I have a question related to this topick. Ive been sleeping on the floor for the last 2 month, with the pillows under my knees. My doctor recommended it to me. I am trying to sleep in a straight possition, but its not natural for me, i am a side sleeper. And somewhere at the middle of the night i turn onto my sides. My question: can sleeping on the side (on the floor) damage my spine and my posture? I feel discomfort at the upper back (at sholders and arms), ceause the surfice is too hard. Of course i am laying a carpet and some kind of blanket to make it softer, but it still uncomfortable.Thank you) I know I should ask my doctor about that, but i would like to hear a different perspective too. Thanks again) I whould be happy to hear from you.
Hello! That's a fairly specific question so we can't give medical advice on CZcams, and your chiropractor may have had specific reasons for recommending the floor.
What we say to our clients here in our clinics is to sleep on a firmer mattress which is typically supportive enough while still being comfortable.
If you have scoliosis: Put pillows under your curve so it goes the opposite direction atleast thats what I do:)
Hello, I have issues with heart burn and sleep with my bed slightly elevated. Is that safe for me to sleep on my back with my upper body elevated?
Yes that's fine for scoliosis!
Hi I only have one pillow to use to put underneath me what else can I use with the pillow that I’m using for my scoliosis
Couch cushion? Folded blanket or towel?
Yay! At least I've been sleeping properly, lol.
Definitely a relief when you realize you don't have to change your sleeping position! "Properly" is subjective though, because we still really emphasize sleep quality, regardless of sleeping position, as it impacts so many aspects of our general health. So if you have to move around, it's okay.
I thought lying on your back is not a good position…
I've been sleeping mostly wrong
Hii, i am back sleeper with thick pillows, but when i try to change this, with neutral neck position, i find that my gerd is acting up... What should i do?
Try sleeping with your head, neck, and back elevated. So the trunk is leaning back but not lying all the way flat. However, please see a medical professional if symptoms persist
I have an s curve scoliosis and trying to figure out a sleeping position that takes both my lumbar and thoracic curves into consideration is frustrating.
Likely supine (on your back) as it doesn't lean into either lumbar or thoracic curve
@@TSCConnect Thanks!
I have uneven shoulder or winging scapula does this mean I have scoliosis too as I cannot sleep on right hand side
Not necessarily, please see a healthcare professional to get a proper assessment and diagnosis.
@@TSCConnect thank you i am still consulting physiotherapist actually I am in the field of IT.
Thoughts show lifts and high heels for posture and spinal health
High heels change your postural alignment, most notably by increasing anterior pelvic tilt, which increases lumbar lordosis.
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thanks for watching!!
is scoliosis and spondylolisthesis the same?
No, they’re different conditions. Some people have both but they’re not necessarily related.
Is Scoliosis Can Be Cured 100%? And Can We Able To Cure It By Ayurvedic Method?
It depends on what type of scoliosis someone has. If the curve is due to a muscle imbalance, then significant improvements can be made. If it’s a structural scoliosis where the vertebrae change shape, you may slow the progress or even improve it a bit, but unlikely to correct 100%
Any tips for kyphosis?
Yes many! We're still in the process in making more kyphosis-specific videos, however have you checked out our kyphosis-friendly workout playlist?
czcams.com/play/PLpr1aOXw16nrFC5tbgAHDz8NsMa8iNGyZ.html
@@TSCConnect I have! although I meant specifically for sleeping positions, with scheuermann's lying on my back is more or less impossible without a large stack of pillows
Although good the video shows what we shouldnt do instead of showing us what we should do. A picture is worth a thousand words
Actually if you watch the full the video, it shows what not to do AND then recommended sleeping positions to do instead of those.
Look at:
- 2:36
- 4:35
- 5:49
- 6:12
What if you have to sleep on an incline because of sinus issues
Incline is fine as long as it's not just your head and neck that are lifted (which would cause rounding of the upper back)
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How can I figure out the direction of my curve?
You can work with a healthcare provider who’s trained in scoliosis to determine the nature of your curve. If they have access to your X-rays, that would be ideal
@@TSCConnectplease tell me what direction is my curve and is it structural or postural scoliosis?
I don’t know
@@ridhamsoni7197 unless we see you in-person, we can't provide any medical advice or diagnosis. Where are you located?
is it wrong when it hurts or its normal?
If you have pain when you wake up or in the middle of the night, please see a medical professional because there are many possible reasons for discomfort.
can i back sleeping without any pillow?
If it feels comfortable for your neck and head then it’s typically fine, but since that’s a personal question you may benefit from asking a physiotherapist near you who can assess your spine alignment
Helo do..good day..scoliosis is a serious?
Depending on how big the curve is and if it is getting bigger, it may be serious but maybe if it’s stable it’s not a problem
@@TSCConnect thank you so much ...
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Hamstring Stretches to avoid: czcams.com/video/2tkz7MnUSUQ/video.html
Back Stretches to avoid: czcams.com/video/0V7Hb9-8UeU/video.html
Core exercises to avoid: czcams.com/video/rkbYrlEt_Hc/video.html
i’ve recently bought a pillow that’s meant to help align the spine. it’s memory foam and made for scoliosis so i thought it would help me. does anyone know anything about scoliosis pillows and if they help with reducing my curve or aligning it so it will reduce aching? i just bought it on a whim thinking it would help but i haven’t heard anyone talk about them so does anyone know anything about them?
Although pillows may help with comfort and alleviating symptoms, they're unlikely to reduce your curve because curve-specific exercises and treatment are generally required to make changes to your spine's alignment
My scoliosis is 33 degree mam please advise me 🙂
We can’t provide medical advice over CZcams so please find a healthcare provider close to you who can assess your condition.
Scoliosis pation can try pregnancy and healthy child birth??
Many people with scoliosis have very normal pregnancy and childbirth, however some people experience different symptoms. We encourage you to find a physiotherapist in your area who can support you throughout pregnancy and to prepare for childbirth.
@@TSCConnect Thank you....
The laptop upside down position is horrible especially for elbows! And neck!
Yes for many people the prone position is uncomfortable. Short times in that position are generally ok, sometimes your body needs a change in position.
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