Sleeping posture for bulging disc

The sleeping position for intervertebral disc bulging is usually side-lying, which can alleviate some uncomfortable symptoms, such as lower back pain.

Intervertebral disc bulging may be caused by external force, or it may be caused by bending over or lowering the head for a long time. If it is a cervical disc herniation, the symptoms include shoulder and neck pain, upper limb numbness, etc. For people with thoracic disc herniation, there are usually symptoms such as weakness and chest pain, while lumbar disc herniation usually has symptoms such as low back pain and lower limb numbness. During this period, you should pay attention to developing correct posture, choose a hard bed to rest, and sleep in a side-lying position to alleviate discomfort.

During treatment, you need to go to a regular hospital for further examination to understand the specific cause. If it is found to be lumbar disc herniation, it is usually necessary to treat it under the guidance of a doctor through acupuncture, hot compress or electrotherapy. When there is pain, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can be used for treatment, such as ibuprofen. During the medication period, you should eat a light diet and avoid eating irritating foods, such as mustard or onions, which may affect the absorption and effectiveness of the drug. In addition, you should pay attention to keeping your waist warm to prevent cold.

You can also choose to sleep on your back. Usually, you should keep your limbs comfortable and relaxed to prevent muscle tension.