BEST Sleeping Position for Back Pain, Neck Pain, & Sciatica

[@averagejoefitness8488]

You hardly ever hear anyone talking seriously about HOW to sleep it's always just how long you should sleep, great video.

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you :)

[@shannonhenry7608]

No, thank YOU!

[@Lewis24hrs]

The two most famous physical therapist on the Internet!

[@adincajic5370]

in their opinion, of course :) love from bosnia

[@BobandBrad]

LOVE IT!

[@yourface5525]

In your opinion of course Elite!

[@RatedRko257]

So catchy

[@22amberhall]

I need yall

[@jskjsk3986]

Close to 5 years ago (and still going) you guys improved my life with pillow between the knees side sleeping. Thanks!

[@SamAbdelHamid]

I still remember when I used to sleep in any position ....with any pillow.. on any mattress and wake up feeling great. Ahh what a memory

[@youlittlerocket]

Youth lol

[@myfavoriteviewforsure183]

Holy shit same

[@WikiPeoples]

fuck getting old sucks so goddmamn much.

[@BahramKheradmand]

All you need is a MEMORY foam. Will send you right BACK!

[@mangravy2000]

@@BahramKheradmand which one do you have? If it's a topper how thick?

[@AliBaba-hn8tv]

They touched on a very important subject which is almost ignored by most, its not just the length of your sleep but also the quality of your sleep. Wish every one a restful sleep and thank you very much Docs.

[@picklelakerladygirl]

330am this saved me. Omg I already feel the difference. I can go back to sleep now

[@BobandBrad]

Hope you slept well :)

[@evamarie1747]

If only it were that easy for me 😢

[@Markeys255]

We love Liz! She is such a good sport! This was a great episode. Thank you Bob and Brad.!

[@BobandBrad]

Liz is Great! You are welcome :)

[@jijic3447]

I did not like the sexual comment about her hair really not called for.

[@diamonddiamond2024]

I've been having the most terrible neck pain for the last 7 days. I heard you guy's are the best so I'm hoping to get some help here! With no hesitation I've subscribed!!

[@matthewclomo5265]

Did your neck pain get better?

[@khatunarusieshvili6421]

You are two most important people on the internet Love you two ❤❤

[@sportytrisha241]

I use your advice making a canal between 2 pillows for my shoulder to go in and it works GREAT! Thank you Bob & Brad : ))

[@kayhogan3875]

Thank you guys I feel wonderful and I am falling asleep doing all the steps that you said to do. I’m back is hurting due to Covid.

[@iPodFayne]

I have been switching from stomach to side sleeping because of back, hip, and jaw pain, and it’s been difficult to adjust but has helped the pain a bit.

[@Jacqui_1173]

Liz is great she is such a good model for your videos this was a really great video on how to keep the neck and back free of pain while sleeping I will definitely be trying all of your techniques thanks again bob and brad for your expertise 👍😊

[@vincentpellegrino789]

You guys (and Liz) are a hoot. I've been suffering from fibromyalgia for years. I appreciate your advice. You have a new fan Thanks.

[@MonsieurLeScoob]

Thanks with your help re: sciatica management. You’ve been a lot of help!

[@BobandBrad]

Glad that we could help :)

[@scottsNX]

Thanks Guys! And a special thanks to Liz. What a good Sport she is!

[@BobandBrad]

She is great! :)

[@patriciatorres7139]

Thank you very much. This information has been so helpful. You're two great therapists. If you don't mind me you're the human version of Earnie and Bert, in this case you agree to each other, lol. I experienced an excruciating pain on my back and your video with your simple explanation helped me ease it. Love u.

[@DJVOutdoors]

You’ve really helped me with your videos thought I had a herniated disc but it’s a muscle spasm in my lower back

[@masonatkinson2682]

Tonight I slept on the side on your guidance and it felt super good. Never slept that well before. I always slept on my back and it caused tension headaches, a dry throat and mouth and back pain. But none of that today. I'll become a side sleeper, now. Thank you, Bob and Brad.

[@cmst6408]

Thanks Bob & Brad! It's great how you all have an inspiring quote at the beginning too!

[@Narbyful]

I'm late to the party here, but I'm watching to make sure that my back sleeping with my rather severe back issues is on target. I've been using pillows to elevate my legs because I get a yearly MRI for my migraines, and they put a wedge like this there years ago, and I thought I heard angels sing, it was so immediately comfortable. LOL I then started doing it at home. Untreated childhood scoliosis is bad news in the late 50s after a 10 lb. baby in my late 30s. That's my spinal headline, with a cervical bulging disc and a lumbar herniated disc, and more of those come. I've watched y'all on and off and subbed today. Thank you!

[@Bgsqlila]

Thanks for this. I've got nerve pain in my neck and pain in my shoulders and back. I dread going to bed because I know when I wake up I'm going to be so sore and in pain. I'm in the process of getting a mattress topper. My sleep number is unhelpful. But I know I need another pillow. But the sheet and pillow case trick I am definitely going to try it. I have like 10 pillows and have been on a quest to find the perfect pillow. I'm 35 and have yet to find the miracle pillow or bed. Lol. I enjoy your videos.

[@catitude4]

My Pillow.

[@marieliza858]

I’ve had every pillow type going probably. Water, memory foam, Dunlopillow, orthopaedic etc, etc, etc. The only one that seems to help is a soft feather pillow. But it has to be ethically sourced.

[@Lemon_sharks2]

Dear god I finally found you guys thank you for improving my quality of life the bend your legs a bit when standing has helped me so so SO much and more of your other advices thank yoi

[@patschomann7338]

Great ideas. I have sciatic pain and all these recommendations will work. Believe me I've found out the hard way! Problem is I fall asleep on my side but roll over during the night sometimes flat on my back....not good!!

[@barbc7698]

I gotta say it- I love love LOVE the jingle ! Makes me crack up every time. Oh, and I am learning about how to fix symptoms from a disc problem in the neck. Thanks for informative content.

[@skripnigor]

I use a pillow under my elbow when sleeping on the side. Adds stability to the torso (no twisting) and my chest is not squeezed as much.

[@SandyTidwell]

Thank you so much! I'm recovering from a fractured pelvis and its caused horrendous back pain. Why didn't my PT tell me about this? I just ordered a wedge leg pillow on Amazon. Looking forward to sleeping comfortably in 2 days. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@rickl6697]

Ok, so I suffer from sciatica off and on and prefer sleeping on my side or stomach but now I have a sore shoulder with numbness down into my wrist and fingers. Just watched your video on never sleep on your side or stomach. So now what do I do. Y'all are the best 2 physical therapist on the internet, in my opinion Bob.

[@ambikaalmeida4594]

I keep following yr videos as they really are so practical

[@abbynormal7525]

Great episode. I had know idea sleeping was so complicated.💤😊

[@BobandBrad]

Everyone can sleep but not everyone can sleep without pain!

[@gailremp8389]

The first thing with sleeping can be complicated as you have to be able to get to sleep. I am watching this in February 2021. I don't think I have slept since 2019. If you get my drift. 2020 was a useless year. Who slept? Yes you can sleep in the chair if you get five seconds that you weren't under high stress for what was going on in the world...

[@FigaroHey]

@@gailremp8389 Turn off the TV for heaven's sake. I sleep like a baby every night - but I pay zero attention to the media! If it's not a problem I can in any way solve, I don't worry myself with it.

[@CyclingM1867DubbysMama]

A pillow wedge under the head, as you said, works well for those of us with asthma & other breathing issues, and also helps those of us with GERD & heartburn in general. Thanks for your videos - I'm learning a lot & will check more out to help my aches & pains. I work as a care aide and, at 51, I want to be able to keep at my job for at least another 9 years or so, which I will if I follow your tips & those of my doctor. 🤗🙂

[@jeanpaspa]

Than you Liz for all the up and down demo's

[@aaronphelps2008]

Pumping out such a wide variety of practical videos

[@klwthe3rd]

Out of all their videos they never talk about how you can sleep with a wedge pillow under your head but sleeping on your side. I have acid reflux and my doctor recommended that i sleep using a wedge pillow to elevate my upper body. But i also have sleep apnea so i can't sleep on my back. So what is the best position to sleep on your side but using a wedge pillow?

[@danieljimenez1651]

Same, I have to sleep upright and now I’m finding out this affects my back.

[@slopedrum1]

That means your living with acid reflux etc.. instead of getting rid of it. When you have acid it means your body pH is out of whack. Get some pH sticks (cheap as) and have a look. Having reflux can mean your not producing enough acid. Weird science moment. Solve the problem. A naturapath gave me pH balancing powder, i dont ever have the minty glug anymore. Awesome.

[@PeritaLinda]

I have acid reflux too and to alleviate it during the night I raised the legs at the top of my bed so no matter how much I move, my body is slightly tilted.

[@TH-eb5ro]

-discussing sleeping on the stomach and prior to headaches Bom mentions sleeping on back, meant stomach. We were measured for pillows and it was wonderful.

[@myfavoriteviewforsure183]

The times where I slept on my stomach and had no back pain now 14 and I can't even get up in the morning because of the pain this has helped a lot though thx

[@trendyniro]

Thank you humble bob and brad! you have been relieving a lot of people's pain! :)

[@wendymuir7818]

About the time I arrange all of the cushions and stuff, I feel the need to roll over.

[@gailremp8389]

I'm a left side sleeper but I know what you're talking about. 99.9% of my time is left side. By the time I got all the pillows and everything organized I'd probably fall out of the bed ha ha

[@brandoncalero6072]

KD≥lebron

[@atoonstra4958]

Any tips for sleeping with hip bursites?

[@scabz1655]

So glad I found your channel 😊💕

[@bluesharp1318]

Hey guys, this is Sharon from Germany. I am a physical therapist, too, and I just wanted to let you know that the quote in your intro is from a guy called Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Ich wollte euch das nur kurz schreiben, immerhin sieht sich das jemand aus Goethes Geburtsland an. Keep up the good work ♥

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for your feedback.

[@marie-danielleoreilly3468]

Thank you, guys + Lis ! Lis with her beautiful smile...🇨🇭🇨🇭🇨🇭

[@anamariab9772]

You really deserve the subscription 😄 the nicest video that I could hear about this problem 😁

[@theGreatandPowerfulGOD]

LOVE YOU GUYS! You two HACE really been a BLESSING to me THANKS SO SO MUCH!🐦🦋

[@susanw9443]

Great ideas, but how do you keep all of these pillows in place?

[@whydiddiscodie94]

I have a herniated disk and sciatica pain for the last few years. This year while being pregnant has been the worst pain. I had to go on medical leave. It’s interesting you recommend laying on your good leg. I cannot. I can only get comfortable on my bad leg. I don’t know what it is

[@shalacarter6658]

Pregnant women should not lie on their backs. Also, it is preferable to lie on your left side to avoid gastric reflux.

[@TheReneepruitt]

Can you tell me what to do to prevent chronic pain in neck and shoulders and back after a fractured T2 and 3 after a car accident? It’s been five weeks I am still in a brace. But I am 51 was active, I have arthritis in some areas, I want some ROM exercises to do, some stretches some physiotherapy exercises to do? Also my neck has whip lash. I am lucky to be walking and moving my arms. So I want to make sure I can jog again, and lift weights again. Any advice?

[@BobandBrad]

I will add this to our to do list and hopefully we can get a video uploaded in the near future! Thank you for the suggestion!

[@TheReneepruitt]

@@BobandBrad thank U!

[@adoxartist1258]

I have the leg wedge. The slanted part is too long for me. I'm only 5' tall. So I turn it around and use it with the slant pointing away from me, toward the foot of the bed. Works well that way.

[@1msfit]

2 things I can’t get out of my head-1) the retention of body heat with more than one pillow. I already sleep with one under my arm and sometimes find that to be too warm, especially in the summer; and 2) I would have to wake up and rearrange the pillows every time I rolled over, or possibly even have to retrieve them from the floor. I used to fall asleep very easily and then sleep for 8 to 10 hours without awakening for any reason. Getting old is not easy.

[@usamamuhammad2356]

This was posted a such a perfect time for me. Strained my neck and now about to go to sleep. Thanks for the video!

[@BobandBrad]

Hope this helps :)

[@m.l.mandella4340]

If the goal is to keep a neutral spine while sleeping, with ears in line with the shoulders, would the ideal sleeping position include "not" using a head pillow at all (assuming you are also a back sleeper)? Really enjoy your videos. Thanks!

[@stephenbrady5220]

They said, slight curve, straight, slight curve. Head on a flat, non-elevated position causes strain to the neck.

[@pavlin8584]

Great video, educational and entertaining. Thanks

[@zihniyet1021]

For side sleeping position, which mattress firmness level do you suggest for someone you have mid & upper back pain ? Secondly, you wrapped a sheet to her waist. Wouldnt it be better to use a softer mattress or not? Your answers are really important for me. Thanks in advance.

[@yumitokushige8486]

I will try that better than I usually do. Before raining, typically I get stubborn or weird sciatica which is a little different from one that is from fatigue or some certain activities.

[@raymondhoagland4976]

Hi Bob & Brad, I'm enjoying your videos, I was just diagnosed with DDD the other day. I enjoy working out in the yard splitting fire wood with my splitter. What precautions and what can I do or should do about doing this ? By the way I am 60 years old. Thank you for your help, that you can provide.

[@maggiemay97]

I bought that leg wedge a few years ago. It was great as far as positioning my lower back, but with the sharp edge that my feet were hanging off of (like Liz’s were in your video) my feet were going numb and my ankles hurt. I would need it longer so my heels were supported on the surface. I’m not particularly tall (5’6”) and don’t have long legs. So I couldn’t use that wedge.

[@Bitachon]

If you're not using it can I have it?

[@maggiemay97]

Yaacov Sorry...I gave it away the last time I moved since I couldn’t use it. 😢

[@Bitachon]

@@maggiemay97 I was kidding but thanks :)

[@maggiemay97]

Yaacov I knew you were 😂

[@paddlepower888]

My step-dad was a chiropractor who had a manipulation table on which you could lie face down with your head in a middle-of-range position,I.e., head facing straight down. A cushion on each side of the face supported the head. Pretty relaxing to lie down on, if someone wasn’t cracking on your spine. I know I’d drool sleeping like that

[@laurasmith7200]

Omg! First like & comment!! Love your channel!!

[@BobandBrad]

WOOHOO! :)

[@just4fun-family145]

New subscriber.. u guys r great!.. can u advise me on the following: I am 31 and have had random pain on wrist and random arm numbness.. now for past three days my Thumb and fingers feel weak... as in can’t open bottles as usual, hold fork or pencil normally..very nervous as to what it could be so any advice would be great to ease my mind .. thanks !

[@brookiecookie6586]

I am no dr, but that sounds like my carpal tunnel syndrome. You may also want to check out tendonitis and arthritis information see if any of those symptoms fit.

[@just4fun-family145]

Thank you for the response. I will definitely look into those symptoms as well to see if I can find a way to relive them.

[@jeanneschoeller9721]

Love these two, relaxed and quite informative…..shold sawders

[@marielafontaine2743]

Dear Bob and Brad Am I right to think that my special mattress made with Natural Latex (6 inches) with 3 in of Memory foam on top plus special Pillow Tempur Symphony, keep my spine and neck in line? I also use pillow under my knee (back sleep) and between them while on my side ? Thanks for your great expertise 😊🙏

[@divyanshsage]

11:56 - At this moment they made me joyous.

[@fkylw]

oh my god I love these guys.

[@xuenixaxx2426]

I'm in pain, and I love you guys

[@christofrip1723]

I made my own wedge out of a old foam mattress to keep my feet elevated and out of anterior pelvic tilt, but sleeping flat on my back puts pressure on my neck so I can't sleep. I have taken the legs off at the bottom of my bed in hopes this will angle me more down and put less pressure on my neck, I'm hoping this is a good alternative to buying an expensive wedge for the back

[@wendyc.5769]

I sleep flat on my back with a little knee support to take the pull out of my lower back

[@Soulflower11]

You two guys are the best in my opinion too!

[@ameliapiet6403]

Morning from beautiful sunny Cape Town. SA. Thank you for the tips. Do these positions apply for right hip pain too?

[@FigaroHey]

I find that with my weighted blanket - which I really like - I seem to sleep more deeply but also much longer in one position. Hoping to hear if sleeping a long time in one position is good or bad or indifferent.

[@Nahir328]

Hello thank you for the video! I have upper body back pain ? What position is good to sleep?

[@sillycats02]

you two are so cute together! wishing you a happy future!

[@waynesmith7487]

Yea Liz! Big improvement in the watchability of the video.

[@BobandBrad]

It's nice to have a break from our ugly mugs right? ;)

[@benettaperry5165]

Do you have recommendations for a pillow for back sleeping?

[@AlexanderRamsdell]

whoever wrote this theme song is a genius. one of my favorite trax.

[@joshthefunkdoc]

Some additional advice from someone dealing with back pain: Sleeping on my back with the pillows under my legs has been the answer for me, probably because i have an extremely firm mattress which isn't as kind to side sleeping. However, i found i need to build a taller stack of pillows than what they show in this video - again, probably because of my mattress. Try stacking at least 3 pillows of average thickness if this is the case for you. Also i like to place the pillows such that my feet rest on top of them instead of hanging over, so that's something else you can experiment with. One final tip: To test your back-sleeping position, take a deep breath into your belly. This should NOT cause any additional back pain - if it does, you need to refine your setup. That's how i figured out i need to stack more pillows!

[@RobertSantos-rw8dy]

Enjoy your work..cheers mates from Thailand.

[@lillieknight]

You made an important comment that some people who sleep on their backs get headaches. I’d like to hear more on that and how to prevent that. It happens to me.

[@lisakulp4639]

Oh my! I get it now. Sleeping on my stomach with my arms under the pillow and my head turned to the left gives me a sore neck and shoulders. But that's how I sleep! It's not a conscious choice.

[@suzi-ml8ep]

what pillows do you recommend for back AND side sleepers? I find that I cannot switch from 1 to two pillows at night, not sure what pillow can accommodate for side and back sleeping, usually its either too high for back sleeping or too low for side sleeping

[@NansGlobalKitchen]

Omg! I would love to be treated by these two guys for my sciatica. I am in so much pain. Where are you located?

[@thejquinn]

They're in MN

[@Sawwari]

شفت هالفديو من يومين وتحمست ونمت على مخدة كبر راسي وحلمت أن يمين ظهري يوجععني وكان الألم كأنه حقيقي لدرجة صحيت من النوم واكتشفت أن أسفل ظهري كله يقطّعني من الوجع مو بس يمينه 🦦 الدرس المُستفاد: لا تتحمس زي ساره وتحط تلّة تحت راسك، مخدتك عالأغلب مُناسبة إذا ما تشكي منها، متّعنا الله وإياكم بالصحة والعافية✨ + المخدة الصغييييرة تحت الظهر فعلًا لطيفة ومُريحة (أنا أنام على الجانبين وليس على الظهر)

[@gamacaluso]

Boy, I need more pillows! Love your helpful videos!

[@JoyneFreedom]

Where do I get a lumbar roll with end straps? The McKenzie roll listed in the description is listed as a cervical support and does not have any straps on the ends.

[@moonbeanification]

These guys are super fantastic !

[@giovannicruzlopez4199]

Yooooo’ Bob & Brad! Where Can I Buy The Leg Wedge & The Regular Wedge !?? Thx’ In Advance Your Videos Are Amazing & Now I Want My Career To Be Juzt’ Like Y’all A Chiropractor ‼️🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙏🏽

[@alanross6114]

what about your arms....what is the best position put your arms when you sleep on your back to relieve any stress...I have messaged on FB also...thanks

[@lliwsdogyarp123]

A thinner pillow under each arm at your side, u will no when they are right!

[@lliwsdogyarp123]

Put a thinner pillow under each arm. You will no when it feels right

[@dean4662]

Oh boy you two are legends

[@anacoba3210]

Hi guys, thanks for your videos. I have back pain , doing physical therapy, chiropractor , the whole nine yards!! I tried sleeping with my neck like you show here but I will get sinus headaches so I have to prop my head to avoid the headaches. Any suggestions ?? Thanks

[@ambikaalmeida4594]

Do you'll ship these pillows to India as I suffer from lower back pain

[@helenagunter8893]

What is the best position for a person with spondylitis L5_S1. Flat or tilted mattress, or with a wedge.? I am a side sleeper and have acute spondylitis. I have been sleeping in a 35 degree elevated mattress for four years, is that worsening my condition ?

[@cwsing7230]

So true at times I wake up and I feel like I was folded in an envelope all night, so crushed as you demonstrated

[@rexfoster9629]

Nice video! Do you guys have Bob & Brad Bobble Heads available???

[@IExpectedBSJustNotThisMuchBS]

Oh my, I've gotten into the habit at times of folding my arms to the point of severe elbow pain. Have considered buying expensive elbow splints. Eventually, paying attention to position as I fall asleep I've get out of the habit until I start doing it again.

[@SunnySecular]

You all are awesome! I sleep on my side too.

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you :)

[@tamberjune]

Thank you guys!

[@annak1378]

After I got a tennis elbow 3 months ago sleeping sliwly became a problem. It takes a few roll over's until I'm asleep. So after some time of trying to sleep with 1 pillow along the body side and another one between my knees and rearranging both every few min I gave up the idea. I wish I knew a better way to sleep on my side and not suffer from arms pain in the mornings. Any suggestions?

[@seanbrock8520]

In our O_pinion of course.. love you guys!!

[@andresortega4286]

Bob and Brad thank you.

[@destinmai]

Thanks guys! Very insightful!!

[@BobandBrad]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@AwokenMinds]

What’s your thoughts on hammock or floor sleeping?