Fix HUNCHBACK Posture or NECK HUMP While Sleeping | Dr. Jon Saunders

[@drjonsaunders]

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[@Klkc7]

Doc, I have a question. I have a hard time really choosing the right pillow for a straight neck, but I can’t remember if you had a video that recommended not use any pillow at all. I have a pretty very good firm memory mattress, but I have just chosen to not use any pillow at all because I couldn’t find the right height. It’s either I’m going to wake up with neck pain or I use a flat pillow which I don’t know that’s good for a straight neck . So what I’ve done is, I don’t sleep with a pillow at all. However, when I wake up in the middle of the night and wanting to sleep on my side, then I grab my pillow, put it on my head and I have another pillow that I put in between my legs just to align my spine. Thoughts?..

[@Romoredux]

I love you Dude. I've had a serious "brush with death" due to my medical problems and your videos have helped me at least get my Posture back in shape, thank you!

[@The_AI_Pimp]

I love you. Thank you so much.

[@bbgant5804]

I literally fell asleep last night looking at my cellphone in that horrible position. I woke up at 3am. My neck felt awful. Your KZbin video popped up on my feed & I watched. I immediately changed my pillow like you instructed and woke up this morning to that great clicking that happens when your spine is realigning. My posture was also better- you’re a genius! Thank you! 😊

[@drjonsaunders]

I'm glad you found my video helpful! Best wishes. :)

[@robwilson3749]

Yeah, I see people falling asleep looking at the phone all stooped over like that....at green lights behind the wheel.

[@penclaw]

Yt algorithm is like that almighty god from Bruce movie lol just make a wish/ask what is bugging you and answer comes just like that. Fun fact is yt algorithm detects somehow what activities you up to or even WARNING reads your thoughts. Yesterday i was visiting a outdoor gym to do wide pullups because i have only narrow pullup thing at home, i didn't tell anybody about that im goin there, i wasn't googling that even, maybe pull up moaning frequency is in yt algorithm database? Wtf 😂

[@jamfores610]

​@@penclaw I am scrolling through my youtube feed with my back hunched laying down when this video popped. They are watching our every move. It is actually scary.

[@miDhe]

The fact that I'm watching this with the same bad sleeping posture as at the start of the video. And then I changed it immediately after watching 😂

[@drjonsaunders]

:) You got this!

[@zk4761]

This is great advice but note that if you get headaches / migraines from a tense neck it can trigger a headache. I tried it and since it re-aligns and strengthens the neck, it also tightens the neck. The neck tightening triggered a nasty headache for me. To avoid it take your headache medicine and a hot shower where you focus the massager on your neck to loosen it. Then ice it and sleep. Fixing your posture just manage the potential headaches until it adjusts fully.

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for sharing!

[@arunganapathi22]

Thank you Dr Jon saunders. I had upper mid thoriac pain every morning even after sleeping on the hardest mattress. Your technique helped me big time. Thank you ❤

[@drjonsaunders]

Wonderful!

[@bibihope-johnson8325]

Hi Dr Saunders, I'm so pleased I found this. I've changed to sleeping on the pillow length wise as you suggested no problem at all, and not only is it helping with my neck, but its made a huge difference to the pains in my shoulders I've been experiencing these last 6 months - so double pleased! A happy UK follower!

[@drjonsaunders]

Fantastic, thanks for the sub!

[@aamirfarooq1260]

I will move to Ontario Canada to see Dr. Jon in person! That's how good his techniques are!!

[@drjonsaunders]

:) Thank you!

[@caitlinpomorski5656]

I had to come back and leave a comment. I haven’t woken up without a ton of pain in years from teeth grinding. Tried this last night, woke up this morning feeling amazing!! THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO!!’n

[@drjonsaunders]

Wonderful!

[@hycron1234]

@caitlinpomorski5656 - How did you go with this after 3+ months?

[@camillemcmorrow3141]

@caitlinpomorski5656 You should look into whether you might have airway restriction, like obstructive sleep apnea. I am not a snorer, but I have clenched my jaw for decades, giving myself bad headaches. Only recently have they been uncovering how strong the link is breathing problems at night and jaw clenching/teeth grinding. It’s one of our bodies’ ways of waking us up a little bit when we’re not getting enough oxygen. No wonder we feel horrible in the morning if this is happening all night!! Anyway I never thought i could have apnea since I don’t snore. I got a sleep study on the advice of a headache specialist and an enlightened dentist, and wow! Surprise. So, I wonder if this new sleeping posture is keeping your airway more open… Hence no teeth grinding??

[@sabamushtaq6]

@@camillemcmorrow3141 can blocked airways lead to teeth grinding? My son (5 years old) is having teeth grinding and I feel his airways are not fully open. I think he is air deficient..

[@lizadams6227]

It’s like you’ve been watching me sleep 😅 these are great tips especially about being on your phone before sleep! Busted! Thank you! 😊

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad it was helpful! We are guilty about phone use before bed!. :)

[@GoodToBeGold08]

I’m going to try this tonight. Been having neck tensions lately

[@drjonsaunders]

You got this!

[@yasserkhalifa2928]

The only video that made sense to me for the cause of the forward head. An eye opener. Thank you

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure!

[@rosko2ks566]

Just never sleep

[@user-taeyoonkim]

Jesus man u r genius.

[@drjonsaunders]

:)

[@Emptiness771]

Just sleep for 5-8 hrs

[@NachoCheese2]

Sleep like Dracula but up straight , Have something hang you like a harness…gravity will pull your spine down and “make” you naturally taller 😂

[@Lfkxl]

Why are people just NOT sleeping?? Are they stupid??

[@melaniepalker9998]

I love all these posture improving tips you are giving us. 💪 Strong work ❤

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad you like them!

[@-ghost-4]

People really don't pay much attention to their posture I happen to be one of them. And now I'm 30 with a hunched back and neck and it looks horrible it's really easy to make your neck hunched if you keep the same position for over an hour and it's extremely dangerous. Now I just can't go to the way I was before I'll try doing this at night and see what will happen thanks for the video.

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for commenting and watching!

[@dahveedb7550]

did it work or did u go back to ur old ways and forget to do ur back exercises

[@NachoCheese2]

@@dahveedb7550I remember I use to train my mind to automatically sit up and keep my up and also try to suck in my stomach…now I forget to do any of them…by back is the one that gets me more

[@AreYouKittenMeRtNow]

Holy smokes. I will absolutely be trying this tonight! Having a craniosacral therapy massage session in a couple hours and it feels like the perfect set up for trying a new sleeping position, don’t want to undo the therapy by repeating my current habits which are clearly not working!

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for watching!

[@JohannaLozano1]

I’m glad I found your page😊 thank you for posting

[@drjonsaunders]

You’re welcome 😊

[@TheGreatLakesRonin]

While on my couch watching this, my neck was pretty much to my chest. I'll try this tonight! Thanks!

[@drjonsaunders]

You got this!

[@zionyngz]

Crazy part is I was watching this video on my phone in that horrible neck position without realizing 😂

[@drjonsaunders]

Change it immediately! :)

[@zionyngz]

Gotchu Doc!🙏🏾

[@beentheredonethat5908]

Get a decompression machine, they cost around 250 to 400 dollars. I know it's a bit steep, but 15 minutes twice a week relaxing in one will give your neck and spine time to allow the disc's to draw oxygen and blood and expan, allowing great neck and back health, no chiropractic bills or time, and save you from a future of pain, headaches and discomfort. I broke my neck, had compression fractures and herniated disc's, I couldn't stand up straight, had lightning bolt pain down my arm and leg, it was hell. Doctors told me i needed surgery right away and basicly my life as I knew it was over. I refused, they said I'd be back, it took several months of the decompression, muscke training , and healthy life changes and I am back to my old self , and I went back to see the surgeon, he said I had healed almost completely, I still have some compression issues so I have to keep doing it, but I lift weights heavy, I powerlift and bodybuild at 45 years old, I work construction, so if I can , you can

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for watching and sharing.

[@brucemcmillan1149]

thanks again! I checked on your Amazon channel to find the great supportive pillows there.

[@drjonsaunders]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@albatrozz3058]

This explains the muscle pull. Thanks doctor❤❤❤

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure!

[@kiwij7705]

I randomly started doing this with my yoga bolster and i swear back feels amazing when I wake up. I also use a soft u shaped neck pillow for extra support. In yoga it’s a supported fish pose (restorative style)

[@drjonsaunders]

Nice!

[@Klarcrowe]

I spend so much time with smartphone on the bed and my neck is not looking well...Thank you for this video.

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure!

[@Raysureeea]

I got a phone holder so i can just have it hovering over my head when im laying flat, super neat, just attach it to the bed frame

[@drjonsaunders]

Good Idea💡

[@XavierTobat]

Its verry help thanks. And its verry work for me Make my posture is good but i make some change the exsercise So if u have bad posture, u must try this with ur sleep 🎉

[@drjonsaunders]

That's great!

[@maiy8786]

Im a side sleeper and have issues with always ending up in that prawn/fetus like position. Will be using your pillow trick to properly position my neck and head. Thanks!

[@drjonsaunders]

👍

[@lavender8550]

I am a new subscriber . I like how you explain things clearly and by demonstrating it . Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Do you have any videos on osteoporosis ?

[@drjonsaunders]

My Pleasure, I will add to my "to do" lists for videos. Welcome!

[@lucasc.novais]

valeu dr jon preciso disso pra minha lombar.

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure.

[@JustHudsonOfficial]

I just sleep flat on my back every night without a pillow at all and it works for me since my mattress is just as comfy

[@drjonsaunders]

👍

[@Gustavinho1ful]

Brutally good video, good job and thanks to make this channel to share knowledge about healthy and unhealthy habits, God bless you

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks!

[@anontaku1]

I already have bent spine for more than 7-8 years due to my studies. And now I'm getting hunched neck since I started using my mobile more and more (as an artist I can't avoid shrimp position and also got this bad habit of sitting in squat position more often). I do sleep like you suggested but other times I do it exactly like 5:36

[@drjonsaunders]

Just keep at it! Best wishes!

[@UmmeMikdad-gn2ve]

Almighty Allah tayala Give you big rewards. From Bangladesh.

[@drjonsaunders]

Thank you!

[@res1718]

Before this video, I tried the long-pillow-position and did it exactly the wrong way, per your demo. So now I GOT IT - Also, that last piece- reading in bed, exactly mimics what I've been doing, and even doing right now as I type this response! Realistically, I can't hold a laptop above my head for more than a few seconds and certainly cannot type, so maybe get-laptop-out of-bed is my best answer. Thanks for the great tips and demonstrations.

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad I could help!

[@ze3us577]

This is the first time youtube recomended something i need 🙏🏻

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for watching!

[@0o1unk0wn1o0]

I sleep in the wrong position that you mentioned because of not becaming my eye puffy And this bad position is the only way to not to get puffy eyes when waking up.

[@drjonsaunders]

I understand.

[@JoyPitch]

Nicolas Refn gives a good advice!

[@drjonsaunders]

😄

[@abundantiaworld]

Thank you so much this is the best advice I’ve ever heard ❤❤❤

[@drjonsaunders]

You are so welcome.

[@Miracle-C04kx]

That's definitely me ,100%

[@drjonsaunders]

You got this!

[@leesin2me555]

that's why i don't like pillows. i'm using proper posture when sleeping thanks to this bcoz it is comfortable for me without pillows

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for watching!

[@fluffymandy]

Im having immense back pain and this position made it hurt more specially near my shoulders

[@drjonsaunders]

Try placing a pillow under your knees.

[@garvitasingh29]

Thank you so much Doctor. Instant relief

[@drjonsaunders]

Most welcome!

[@isaddam7]

Very helpful video , thanks Doc ❤

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad it was helpful!

[@NOWABO]

Bro I'm LITERALLY lying in bed like this on my phone right now....

[@drjonsaunders]

:)

[@bulut7857]

that's helping me a lot

[@drjonsaunders]

👍

[@Indianspiritualacademy]

thank you so much from India

[@drjonsaunders]

Most welcome! 🇨🇦

[@Spiderman-_-007]

5:39 Jesus Christ I’ve done that for many years in my life and never realized how bad it is for my posture and yes I do have a hunchback 😢

[@drjonsaunders]

Best time to start is now. :)

[@kriminalxrr]

That's funny, that's literally how I sleep at night. I have a little pillow that I put underneath by back length ways like you did and I sleep soooo good. I especially do this when my back hurts and it helps tremendously. I wake up feeling so good. Your back feels so good, like it stretches your muscles and all that and you can just tell that it's doing something right. I swear the next day I feel more energized when I sleep like this. You just feel normal, not sluggish. You will definitely feel a bit sore but it's only for a little bit because you're not used to it. It goes away though pretty quick and then you just feel great. 👍👍

[@drjonsaunders]

Great work!

[@KirbyStoic]

I sleep without a pillow, its soo comfortable

[@drjonsaunders]

Nice!

[@TheEvil_RED2000]

How have you been doing that? When I sleep without pillow, I feel uncomfortable with that, I don't know why...😢

[@charleshastings9452]

Same here

[@rockynova2460]

She must have a nice mattress ​@@TheEvil_RED2000

[@deepas2915]

It's a very helpful video, Thanks Doctor 🙏🏻 It's been 2 months since I have started Muscle pain and now I have neck pain also. Its increased. I live in Kerala. No one said like this . given medicines and test from the hospital. I couldn't sleep at night's I am going to try this. Dr. please give me a suggestion 🙏🏻

[@drjonsaunders]

I hope you find my channel helpful, take care.

[@jfkatelje]

Dr. Saunders, I just recently discovered your channel, and if what you show actually works, I will be in debt to you. By the way, you keep reminding me of the guy from Falling Down, both appearance and voice-wise.

[@drjonsaunders]

You got this!

[@brucemcmillan1149]

thanks! will you also suggest some good or favorite brands of bedding pillows?

[@drjonsaunders]

Yes of course!

[@omidmiresmaeili]

Thanks for tips. What about working with your laptop in your bed? Can you give some tips on how to maintain a proper posture while working or reading something on laptop lying in bed?

[@drjonsaunders]

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[@jonishoemaker4693]

So last night I tried this. Both on my back and each side. Around 2:30 I was in so much pain and had a bad headache. Tried to go back to my normal sleep position. No luck and still in pain. Maybe it was too much for me at once.

[@drjonsaunders]

Possibly to much at once - try only for a few minutes each day to see if you are able to tolerate more time. Best wishes.

[@jonishoemaker4693]

Thank you ! Goes to show I definitely need this !! My poor spine !!

[@ladytess23]

Thank you Dr. Jon, you're the best!

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure!

[@karmaivan666]

That stacked pillow actually helps me breath when i have colds, which is always in this country so yeah i need a solution to that

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for watching!

[@emilyh.9240]

I’ve been dealing with neck pain issues for over a year and a half now. I go to PT regularly, and it has helped, but I’m still not back to normal. I had a huge realization in this video. I use my iPad in the bad position you showed for many hours a day. I have been doing this for years now, and I actually thought I was doing myself a favor by not sitting and looking down at my screen. Apparently not s much. I’m not going to do that anymore (although it will be a hard habit to break), and I’m going to adjust my sleeping position, and here’s hoping my neck will be feeling better soon! 🤞

[@drjonsaunders]

You got this!

[@arajalali]

Awesome tips. Thank you.

[@drjonsaunders]

You are so welcome!

[@carolwhelan5717]

Thank-you for showing this clip

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure!

[@Wan_DerFull]

5:29 I feel attacked cause thats what i do on a regular basis 😂🤣

[@drjonsaunders]

:)

[@vojtechbarta8442]

Show us how to solve it with reflux and barret's esophagus, where I have to sleep a lot with the trunk position brought up. I use a lifting grid or various wedge-shaped pillows, but sleeping like that for 10 years can still take a toll on the body.

[@drjonsaunders]

Yes that is a good future video topic. Best wishes.

[@behindthebuild8016]

I had bad reflux and ant acids only prolonged it. I took some natural herbs which kill bad bacteria and took some HCL supplement and my reflux is gone

[@DonnyBurger171]

Omeprazole.

[@Saqibspeak744]

Very good 💯

[@drjonsaunders]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@lassipls]

Sleeping on the floor made my back problems completely go away. A thin matress on top of a tatami

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ruizartist4144]

What kind of specialist do you recommend for this type of problem?

[@drjonsaunders]

Corrective care chiropractor. Best wishes.

[@trashcleaner]

I know its the wrong way but I sleep on my stomatch with my head between 2 pillows or completely rotated on the right side. Thats the only way I know and feel great for many years now... Not that i dont want to fix that, even if i have zero issues.

[@drjonsaunders]

I understand, however the issues from stomach sleeping can take years to develop, so it's a good idea to try and change the habit. Best wishes.

[@Niyagoal]

Thank you so much sir..🎉🎉

[@drjonsaunders]

Most welcome!

[@sherrystevenson5352]

Definitely trying this tonight. Mattress needs replacement!😊How can I pick out a mattress that will be good? I like firm mattresses

[@drjonsaunders]

Firm is best for sure!

[@pettyaf89]

Great advice! I'm going to test it out for some time and report back ;)

[@drjonsaunders]

Please do!

[@randyorton5753]

Very useful information thanks

[@drjonsaunders]

Welcome!

[@essa200911]

I was looking for videos like this from a long time ago

[@drjonsaunders]

👍

[@essa200911]

@@drjonsaunders ❤️

[@theresagerhart3603]

Do you have video on cronic muscle spasms in shoulder going towards neck? I suffer years and any stress does it plus my neck is straight

[@drjonsaunders]

Video being released tomorrow at 10 AM EST should help you! Best wishes

[@theresagerhart3603]

@drjonsaunders I did the cupping for middle of my back with a knot I had for years. It's completely gone. Do you recommend trying it for upper shoulders all the way till neck. I have had the dizziness like vertigo when the muscle spasms get so bad.

[@Ida-pf4mf]

Hi Dr. Saunders, Question for you.... I suffer from silent reflux, which happens all night long, and I wake up with chronic cough, mucus, and sore throat from the heartburn. On her website, Dr. Jamie Koufman recommends sleeping with the head at least 6 inches above the rest of the body. She also recommends sleeping on a wedge but I found it so uncomfortable that I gave mine away. How do I prevent dowager's hump if I have to sleep with my head elevated? Thank you.

[@drjonsaunders]

That's a hard one! Try a small rolled towel to support your neck on a wedge pillow with a pillow underneath your knees. Best wishes.

[@Klier2003]

Me watching this in a foamless bed: I'm gonna have a bad headache after trying these out in my bed.

[@drjonsaunders]

You got this!

[@patrickconroy8729]

Great stuff, thanks, I will try it.

[@drjonsaunders]

Hope you enjoy!

[@marchestpi760]

Sleeping comfortably has left the chat

[@drjonsaunders]

:)

[@Rakibkp8]

love from bangladesh 🇧🇩

[@drjonsaunders]

❤️ from 🇨🇦

[@CreativityPromisesRebirth]

Ty I needed this

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure.

[@rooons]

any tips for people with acid reflux and sleep upright to prevent indigestion and heartburn?

[@drjonsaunders]

This may help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWGbZZKKe86Dask

[@johnjohn-ne8fw]

What a great video 👍

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@SkrillGive-f6f]

That lengthwise pillow is good

[@drjonsaunders]

Yes! :)

[@UmairShaikh16y]

I’m was watching this while in this position 😂

[@drjonsaunders]

:)

[@andreekusuma8779]

thanks, this is a valuable knowledge

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad it was helpful!

[@giovannigiorgio2262]

thank u doctor

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure!

[@sabamushtaq6]

Thanks, what about people having gerd. They need to elevate their pillows and definitely it leads to back hump.

[@drjonsaunders]

Try a wedge pillow.

[@sabamushtaq6]

@@drjonsaunders exactly. I do the same.

[@NEETplus1]

Thanks dr

[@drjonsaunders]

Welcome 😊

[@minty3722]

Will trying to change to a new positiln when sleeping cauze some discomfort the first few days?

[@drjonsaunders]

Yes it can, usually only temporary.

[@Giji01]

Thanks

[@drjonsaunders]

Welcome!

[@mexicoelpaismasimportantedeAL]

If you sleep like that how long would it take to correct your posture?

[@drjonsaunders]

It's hard to say as it depends on how severe it is to begin with. Best wishes.

[@vule3157]

I just told my wife that I can’t wait to try these position…hopefully I am not trying them in the couch 😁

[@drjonsaunders]

:)

[@olliemartinelli4034]

I can only fall asleep on my front and always wake up with a pretty stiff neck (hurts to look up) and recently even tension headaches. What’s the best way to sleep as a front sleeper?

[@drjonsaunders]

That is hard as stomach sleeping is not great for your neck and back. Trying to change the habit by correcting the position when you wake up is the best way to change the habit. Best wishes.

[@Khan2222-sl1tw]

Dr Nice information Thank you Mrs khakwani Pakistan

[@drjonsaunders]

I'm glad you found my video helpful!

[@darat4732]

I took a full nap on my back this way and now my neck hurts and feels very stiff. 😬. Will this go away if I continue every day or did I do something wrong?

[@drjonsaunders]

Posture and alignment change can cause stiffness and discomfort sometimes. If it persists, please see your doctor. Best wishes.

[@LucLightWolf121]

Thank you.

[@drjonsaunders]

You're welcome!

[@joesllineakkary9758]

Thank you very much

[@drjonsaunders]

🙏

[@sergioortiz8219]

would sleeping without a pillow, with just a small rolled up towel to support the neck, help with a neck hump or not?

[@drjonsaunders]

Yes it will definitely support the neck curve, however if you have a significant hunched posture and neck hump, it won't work as well. Take care.

[@hihello6368]

Im a cse student i spent all my money on computer and car and other stuff but didn't get a bed and have been sleeping on floor is it healthy

[@drjonsaunders]

It can work if you are comfortable.

[@ceoinnovoup]

Thanks Dr.

[@drjonsaunders]

Most welcome!

[@TuttiFruttyify]

Do you recommend any specific type of pillow ? Thanks for the video

[@drjonsaunders]

No, any pillow can work. Best wishes.

[@TheLenaBarbie]

Thank you for this video! Where did you find flat foam pillows?

[@drjonsaunders]

In description below. Take care.

[@TheLenaBarbie]

@@drjonsaunders tysm!

[@arwinmorgenstern1579]

Hallo, vielen Dank für das Video. Ich habe eine Lattoflex Matratze und ein Lattoflex Lattenrost. Ich weiß noch nicht, wie ich deine Tipps umsetzen kann, aber denken soll ja helfen🤣. Liebe Grüße

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for watching!

[@davidminchin3469]

Hi Dr. Jon do you have any videos on hips and lower back please?

[@drjonsaunders]

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