Best Sleeping Position - Ask Doctor Jo

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8 жыл бұрын

The best sleeping position for you shouldn't be something you lose sleep over! Doctor Jo will show you how to get your body in a neutral sleeping position for a better night's sleep. This video features the Womfy, a unique pillow for side-sleepers, but unfortunately it's no longer available. Here's one that looks similar, but I have not tried it: amzn.to/3o4PA3a (affiliate link)
The Womfy features a patented design that follows the contours of your face better than a regular pillow. It also has cutouts for your ears to provide a more comfortable sleep for side-sleepers.
The pillow also features a removable riser that can be easily added or removed to help you attain a neutral sleeping position.
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PRODUCT PLACEMENT DISCLAIMER: This video represents the honest opinions of Doctor Jo. Thank you to Womfy for providing Doctor Jo with a free Womfy Pillow to use.
DISCLAIMER: This video and any related comments are not medical advice. Doctor Jo is a licensed Physical Therapist and Doctor of Physical Therapy; however, she is not YOUR Physical Therapist and can't possibly diagnose you through the Internet. So don't use this information to avoid going to your own healthcare professional or to replace the advice they have given you. This information should not be used to self-diagnose or self-treat any medical condition. If you are not properly diagnosed, this information won't help, and it could make things worse. If you experience any pain, stop immediately and see your healthcare professional.

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@AskDoctorJo 4 жыл бұрын

This video features the Womfy, but unfortunately it's no longer available. Here's one that looks similar, but I have not tried it: amzn.to/3o4PA3a (affiliate link) Don't forget to hit the 🔴 *SUBSCRIBE* 🔴 button above! *Find all of my videos at **kzfaq.info*

@zinhlemkhwanazi9611 4 жыл бұрын

I think I have back injury...i was just wondering whether will I be able to train again after months of recovery?

@ramkumareye999 4 жыл бұрын

.... Love & Respect from 🙏🏽⭐👍🏻💚 India .. u great doctor...

@imjogijogi9267 4 жыл бұрын

Need sleeping position recommend or help for those that are fluffy, my shoulder hurt from sleeping on side because extra weight, so I find myself tossing and turning a lot. And if I prop my shoulders to much then my neck hurts. Help

@karamjitkaur5334 4 жыл бұрын

Can you tell us how we should exercise before sleeping.

@eduardoguerrero2791 3 жыл бұрын

Does sleeping on your left side help with acid reflux

@michealsapio3191 4 жыл бұрын

I'm just here to improve my sleeping position while in quarantined.

@saraqueen2230 4 жыл бұрын

Which did u get

@rocel444 4 жыл бұрын

Same

@BeautifulSilence1233 4 жыл бұрын

that’s not a sentence

@stathismotsenigos3959 4 жыл бұрын

Same

@Bihgazisvepickice1 4 жыл бұрын

sleep tight dont let the bed bugs bite

@mimeow8239 3 жыл бұрын

Who’s here because of their back pain from bad sleeping position 🙋🏻‍♀️

@goat5504 3 жыл бұрын

My grandpa

@alextheegg6653 3 жыл бұрын

Not me I just can't sleep

@ladradepaz2888 3 жыл бұрын

I searched this cuz i always get headaches when i wake up🤡

@miaecox 3 жыл бұрын

☝🏽

@columbinafan 3 жыл бұрын

Also because I’ve got neck pain and it’s midnight-

@BarbaraLovesDogs 8 жыл бұрын

My body ends up doing whatever it wants when I sleep though

@AskDoctorJo 8 жыл бұрын

+Barbara Mine too!

@jackstewart3643 3 жыл бұрын

But when your asleep it does not matter anymore just when you wake up again fix it

@r011ing_thunder6 3 жыл бұрын

You lack control of your body. Your body controls you and makes your life chaotic and unpredictable

@Borgilian 3 жыл бұрын

@Ali Mujahid He's right tho. You really lack control of your body. I always sleep in the position I set my mind to. All I have to do is pick a position, then just think about sleeping like that for a few seconds. I rarely wake up in different positions in the morning... and only when I'm really stressed. When I was younger I could even think about the time I wanted to wake up at, and I'd wake up around that time... 5-10 minutes give or take.

@janebyfield7438 3 жыл бұрын

@Ali Mujahid they probably didn't know just trying to help explain it better!

@mohitbhatt5868 4 жыл бұрын

My sleeping position is like spiderman climbing wall😁

@nyamburawacoast305 4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha

@Starjulia3 4 жыл бұрын

Mohit Bhatt I’m karate kid

@js99nsbgmworld84 4 жыл бұрын

Mine is hulk

@PinkyPigeon 4 жыл бұрын

Same lol

@Kevessi 4 жыл бұрын

What?

@AskDoctorJo 7 жыл бұрын

Here's one of my videos with some more Proper Sleeping Position Tips: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p8CVotaFm8erqGw.html

@monicarosebloom5057 4 жыл бұрын

Here I am watching this video while my head is resting on two pillows

@user-mm7gk4gp7i 4 жыл бұрын

Omg 😯

@chxlsxasmilx 4 жыл бұрын

I have three.

@_fai. 4 жыл бұрын

3 is the way to go

@_fai. 3 жыл бұрын

@@alwaysunitg6470 what?

@_fai. 3 жыл бұрын

@@alwaysunitg6470 really? I thought it was the other way around lmao. I switched to no pillows

@denizyorganci435 4 жыл бұрын

Who else is here cause they can’t sleep

@quarter-lifecrisis5127 4 жыл бұрын

@muqeethurrahman6362 3 жыл бұрын

me!

@Clownzyy 3 жыл бұрын

Same

@ameentoman9834 3 жыл бұрын

@sophiafreeman8553 3 жыл бұрын

@soyourcar 8 жыл бұрын

You're helping out physical therapists, students, and clients alike. Keep it up!

@AskDoctorJo 8 жыл бұрын

+soyourcar Thanks!

@ImBlairyDawn2891 Жыл бұрын

@@AskDoctorJo ur such an angel

@yaseen2612 Жыл бұрын

7 freaking years 😮💀

@not.jani_pani 4 ай бұрын

@@yaseen2612 8 actually

@HeatherRheaDawn 3 жыл бұрын

I am a side sleeper and I've been noticing my shoulders are not happy with me. And I cant sleep on my back. I'm trying different positions but either my neck or shoulders hurt. I use only one pillow for my neck and one I either curl up to it I put my upper leg on. I'd love any tips! Thanks!

@OG-ChokeMaster 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe your bed is the one at fault there me too I had the same problem once à switch bed for on a bit more fluffier it stopped

@bounourahassan3149 2 жыл бұрын

@@OG-ChokeMaster pooo

@prophetgproductions 2 жыл бұрын

@@bounourahassan3149 peeee

@bksd1775 Жыл бұрын

I have same issue tried extending shoulders but they felt more uncomfortable so i just switch from left to right every couple nights

@HeatherRheaDawn Жыл бұрын

@@bksd1775 I have now found if I put one shoulder fully back, where I am almost on my stomach, my shoulder is better. Or I move it more forward, but then I am almost on my back and it doesn't work as well for me. but my hand doesn't fall asleep when I move my arm back now.

@jdolalekan 3 жыл бұрын

Lol I absolutely loved her from the first 5 seconds 😂

@AskDoctorJo 3 жыл бұрын

😎

@Ruan_Memes 3 жыл бұрын

Agree

@emmanuelrosales7197 4 жыл бұрын

I’m not gonna lie... I thought the wholes were for you to lay your face straight down and breath through them Ik stupid but imagine if there’s was something made for that

@kakyoinnoriaki2875 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I would definetly have that. I sleep on my tummy if im sick and I cant stop coughing at night. That helps, at least for me

@leonardobartolo7871 3 жыл бұрын

@cherrygirl3614 4 жыл бұрын

lots of love from India❤

@krishnasingh474 6 жыл бұрын

3:37 am wait is that the sun😭😭😨

@jutedogg6503 4 жыл бұрын

Your theBest Dr. Jo!! Thank you for your wisdom ❤️

@AskDoctorJo 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, and you're welcome!

@pizzarolz3278 4 жыл бұрын

Currently 4 at night and I can’t sleep at all😭

@nonamenocase4128 4 жыл бұрын

same hereee

@streetfighter3184 4 жыл бұрын

Same ):

@bluesleepyartist04 4 жыл бұрын

Thank god I‘m not the only one 😅

@kingbro2897 4 жыл бұрын

Technically morning

@yaku_8856 4 жыл бұрын

I can relate!

@BunnyPinks 4 жыл бұрын

ive been trying to go to sleep for the past 3 hours. also been trying to fix me sleep schedule and actually be up in the day instead of night

@ifstatementifstatement2704 2 жыл бұрын

For the past ten years or so, whenever I sleep on my side or back, I have constant vertigo throughout the day when I'm awake. Only when I sleep on my stomach do I not get any vertigo, but I wake up suffocating constantly throughout the night. Since the vertigo is a real hindrance to me and prevents me from having enough energy, feeling fresh and being able to think straight, I'd take suffocating and waking up any time instead.

@nsanchez_mke 2 жыл бұрын

Go to neurologist and or sleep doctor. Could be apnea or something. Either way don't wait. Life is too short to spend it suffering when there could be a solution.

@NickRaeff Жыл бұрын

Can we get an update? Have you seen a specialist? This sounds awful :(

@schnitzelmoment 4 жыл бұрын

Im not joking i fell asleep WAY faster trying this!

@rakings-4159 2 ай бұрын

You came back to comment?😂

@Vally00 4 жыл бұрын

Me sleeps with three pillows me ohhhhh that’s why my necks hurt🤦🏻‍♀️

@BlackMusicRecordProd 3 жыл бұрын

@AskDoctorJo , I have question when I sleep I wake up my neck hurt what best way to sleep position and I won’t have neck pain?

@mtvindependent6335 2 жыл бұрын

Dear doctor hope you would fine and doing well I have pain in chest that is propagating in my chest around some time came to ribs and upper lower chest..my pillow was small and bifold and sleep..what I can do now ..even I am setting on chair or moving I feel pain in different sites chest pain..please guide me thank you.

@jodyroper5105 8 жыл бұрын

Dr. Jo, can you do a video of strengthening the VMO, I know this is off subject but I would like to see your exercises for this muscle. Thanks

@AskDoctorJo 8 жыл бұрын

+Jody Roper Sure!

@ondoyjanvincent5507 3 жыл бұрын

Dr. Jo, what sleeping position can you recommend if your appendix really hurt?

@hannahmoore8731 4 жыл бұрын

Docter Joe can you tell me why when I like sleep on my chest in the night my bottom rib realy hurts it's be like 2 weeks and it steel hurts and I'm only 8

@waleyskaramos8957 8 жыл бұрын

i felt really good sleeping it was actually soothing and i slept good thx alot 😀😀😀

@AskDoctorJo 8 жыл бұрын

+Waleyska Ramos You're welcome! I'm glad it helped :-)

@alfredolim6633 4 жыл бұрын

Dr. Jo....are there any good pillows for semi and high fowler sleeping if you don't have one of those fancy beds...or a best position to facilitate it?

@BirdTheCat 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU 😁 for awnsering a question Ive had for years

@AskDoctorJo 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome.

@upekshad5765 3 жыл бұрын

I have an muscle imbalance in my waist now because of my wrong sleeping positions, so i want to say you'll sleep in correct position 😌

@pobparat8082 Жыл бұрын

Smart and bright doctor always cheer me up. Thanks Dr. Jo !

@AskDoctorJo Жыл бұрын

Thanks, and you're welcome!

@user-vp9yh6ti2j 11 ай бұрын

What is the name of the pillow that you are using please 🤔

@Twizly2211 3 жыл бұрын

I have neck pain because of fever how do i sleep without like moving a million times and to sleep comfortably

@jayasudhajoyj1673 4 жыл бұрын

Is it good to sleep in lying position with cross legged seating like triangle shape

@amaliasantos3457 4 жыл бұрын

Me i sleep like im in a fight always move there here everywhere that why my hair look sooooooo bad when i wake up......

@marialuisacostas617 7 жыл бұрын

can I order a pillow? thanks for the nice video I've learned a lot from you.

@d.bfactifier1638 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for providing the amazing information on this topic 🌟💎🎯🔥

@AskDoctorJo 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome.

@fashizzlemanizzle4808 5 ай бұрын

I trained myself to sleep on my back and perfectly flat/hands to sides, etc.. I only did it specifically for anti-aging benefits, reduced wrinkle formation, creasing, etc. I’ve actually been totally satisfied and happy with it except sometimes it does cause me a great deal of back or neck pain for some reason. So I do mix it up and lie on my side sometimes. And it seems to overall be better than sleeping on my stomach like I used to.

@funtimer8017 Жыл бұрын

I’m a side sleeper and my shoulders are always hurting they pop a lot and on my left shoulder down to my fingers been having numbness and I can’t sleep on my back.

@snyplexxgaming843 2 жыл бұрын

I always hurt my elbow because I don’t know where or how to place it, any tips?

@farhanarshad7120 3 жыл бұрын

It's amazing I see your video at 5:47am after i awake

@OeM61 4 жыл бұрын

In the beginning you were sitting cross legged the same way I do but sometimes my foot tingle or numb plz why

@Sofia-rz3rq 2 жыл бұрын

I also had a scoliosis and this little bump on my left side of my rib cage. Can someone tell me what is this?And I'm only 15 and had this kind is this normal??But it doesn't hurt like what other experienced. I'm soo curious about this. I badly need your help guys. I mean I want to know if you've been experiencing this kind and what is the best treatment.

@halfblood100 4 жыл бұрын

I tend to sleep on my belly or my side. I only ever sleep on my back if I'm having back problems and I just really don't want to mess anything up too bad. Though the most comfortable position for me, is on my belly.

@AskDoctorJo 4 жыл бұрын

Belly sleeping is okay as long as there is no pain.

@s.garcia9235 3 жыл бұрын

Hello . I been trying to find the best pillow because my neck always hurts and I woke worth this strange headache that is in the back of my head. My husband said he seen me sleeping with my neck all twisted thinking that's why I had pain

@MJ-ze4zy 2 жыл бұрын

i am a side sleeper and i have noticed that i have been feeling chest pain due to my sleeping position. its like my ribs were broken or what..

@xd_drummy4540 3 жыл бұрын

I’m a dude and I’ve always slept with a pillow between my legs it was just so comfortable

@silverfire01 3 жыл бұрын

I understand sleeping on stomach isnt best but i find lying on stomach facedown as an exercise for 5 or 10 minutes is best to relax my lower back which does better than lying on back? I find the cobra exercise a bit strenuous.

@ramji7zs781 3 жыл бұрын

Can u let me know which side of the position is good to sleep ? Is it left or right or straight?

@jeethendrapradhan1873 2 жыл бұрын

Left side or right side is better ? For stomach , liver , digestion , acid reflux , what’s better ? Left or right or straight up or straight down ?

@hxney-tae4459 4 жыл бұрын

Hi! I woke up just now to leg pain and I'm not sure why? Is it maybe because I've been sleeping on my side for too long, because that's my natural position? Any help? Please answer asap, I need sleep 😴

@JBJK97 2 жыл бұрын

Dr. i have a habit of covering my ears while sleeping with hands ..cuz it's my childhood habit i just can't control myself and always ends up covering my upper ear cuz i sleep on sideways ...but it results pain in my side portion of neck and shoulder...is there any way 😭..cuz i have to study alot these days , i really need good sleep :(

@kyrelledwards6824 Жыл бұрын

What is the best sleeping position for neck pain and body pain too please? Thanks a lot. What pillow that I could buy to sleep comfortable too please? Thanks a lot again

@swethamohan8989 2 жыл бұрын

Hi mam ,am lying on left side shoulder means my right shoulder and arms or paining and viseversa,is that problem in my posture?

@username2229 3 жыл бұрын

Tryna become a pro sleeper!.upping my sleep game

@sagar3907 2 жыл бұрын

Is it necessary to sleep as per vastu Shastra directions... please share your thoughts..bcz my parents force me to sleep as per their directions 😃

@pablognesutta4713 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Dr. Jo. I have a question. Isn't side sleeping bad for the shoulder that is in contact with the matress? I feel like it's to much weight supported just by the shoulder. Also, Doesn't that position tend to accentuate the rounded shoulder issues? Thank you so much. Pablo from Argentina.

@AskDoctorJo 7 жыл бұрын

Not as long as you get your body/spine in a neutral position. The shoulder wouldn't be the only point of weight on it. If you are sleeping on a floor or hard surface, it would be different, but if you have a proper bed, it should not affect your shoulders. Good luck.

@Giorxo 2 жыл бұрын

I am suffering from acid reflux ,sleep apnea and nasal congestion after getting my rhinoplasty 1 month ago. Highly regret getting it. They say For acid reflux you should sleep on the left side but I can only breathe when I sleep on my right side and sleeping on back isn’t good for apnea. Please help me

@robertval8196 Жыл бұрын

Doctor Jo is the best doctor on the internet

@AskDoctorJo Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@melodymapfumo9519 4 жыл бұрын

Waw starting tdy am going to use dis position to sleep thank u so much

@AskDoctorJo 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome.

@teddi5039 3 жыл бұрын

Where should I put my arms when sleeping? When I wake up my arms are always sore and tingling from being held up w the lack of blood flow

@DaminionC 2 жыл бұрын

Get a side sleepers pillow

@theHoax100 2 жыл бұрын

you should get a bolster! not sure if it’s well known in western countries but it’s very common in asian countries, i cant sleep without hugging mine 😂

@kopilarai4701 2 жыл бұрын

Same problem feels like hands burning

@bryanaprato6689 Жыл бұрын

My neck is always cranked when I wake up! And it sucks even more because I love to sleep on my stomach but I also like side sleeping

@sammemarcel9707 2 жыл бұрын

I keep have to Change my sleeping Position because IT hey uncomfortable when you laying down on your Side for some time

@choosehope8729 3 жыл бұрын

How about the shoulder? I feel like sleeping on my side isn’t comfortable long term on my shoulder if I have my weight on it.

@Ruan_Memes 3 жыл бұрын

I'm here because my whole body hurts when I wake up, I'm a side sleeper

@iyazdcruz1369 2 жыл бұрын

Which position of sleeping improves the digestion?

@sherebanulalipurwala5071 7 жыл бұрын

Dr Jo clips are very nice and informative. 👍👍

@AskDoctorJo 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@aaliahrafee128 2 жыл бұрын

What about sleeping withou a pillow? Heard so many people suggest try sleeping without one, but I'm afraid it will strain my neck?

@emanii6517 2 жыл бұрын

Where do I get the same pillow in the video?

@milashinglai1560 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Doc. Jo! Could you pliz tell me some sleeping positions for Asthma patient who have sleep apnea. Thank you.

@kleshayer3751 4 жыл бұрын

Why do you need to know?

@SmallSpoonBrigade 4 жыл бұрын

Not on your back, other positions may help, but being on the back tends to promote the closure of the airway. Being on your side may help, or you'll need actual medical treatment for the apnea.

@crab_crab6982 3 жыл бұрын

It’s nearly Christmas that’s why I’m here

@salemmokhtarhamood2598 3 жыл бұрын

Which is better and healthier side to sleep, right or left side?

@markreynolds3850 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this.

@AskDoctorJo 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome.

@CrackedCreeper 2 жыл бұрын

Can someone tell if they mean left side when our head is faced up or left side when our head is faced down?

@20roly Жыл бұрын

Cool! Now please does the side metters? I heard that is not recommended to sleep on your left side, ?

@myself7968 2 жыл бұрын

The body change its positions more than 20 times automatically. So how sud i control that.

@aliciaswanson9641 4 жыл бұрын

How do I sleep on my stomach

@hakalaka2183 3 жыл бұрын

I sleep like this....and that is the best part of my life lol

@mohitbhatt5868 4 жыл бұрын

2:15 jo u said muscle imbalance ...can It be the cause of asymmetrical face ....I usually get comfort sleep in same position

@AskDoctorJo 4 жыл бұрын

I don't think it would affect that.

@AdnanAhmed-yh7ks 4 жыл бұрын

Hello maam how to get rid of muscle soreness and where to keep pillow i mean near knee or under thighs

@shantisri5128 4 жыл бұрын

Dr.jo.. I have umbilical herniya.. please suggest me to sleeping position...

@gagandhillon9062 2 жыл бұрын

Checking it before sleeping 😴

@Lymeng5777 4 жыл бұрын

Quarentine made me do this

@kellykatour3831 2 жыл бұрын

Hi I subscribed, is there any chance you could remake this with a regular pillow because it hurts when I lay on my arm like you are with your right one and I don’t think it’s because my pillow is too flat?

@AskDoctorJo 2 жыл бұрын

I have an updated sleeping position video. You can find it on my channel: kzfaq.info

@istanbpot466 4 жыл бұрын

Would you recommend this for someone who has a heart failure? Or shortness of breathing? And is the arm being under necessary?

@faith_over_fear8896 2 жыл бұрын

Right side

@savelinafilemoni8656 3 жыл бұрын

My arm kills me if i sleep like that but some how i end up in that position and the pain wakes me up... please advise....

@shraddhaZK 4 жыл бұрын

I can't sleep on left side, as it pain ....I have had the habit of sleeping on right side now... Please advise why left side especially left breast pain.

@TrueDeen5 8 жыл бұрын

yes,actually it really works , I think everyone should try this out , this position does not even hurt my hips and my neck any more, thanks so much, I have got hit subscribe and also the like button

@AskDoctorJo 8 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, and thanks! I'm glad it helps.

@DanaWhitee 2 жыл бұрын

How about shoulder and arm? I usually put my arm under the pill and flare out my elbows.

@RememberH15 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t know why but all my veins and back and neck hurts really badly, please give me tips.

@darrellmann7468 3 ай бұрын

Your videos are excellent you may remember I replied to you via my doctors recommendation about achiles tendinopathy and using your advice after a year your physio exercises it has completely vanished all thanks to u much appreciated 👏 u an angel 😇 many thanks

@AskDoctorJo 3 ай бұрын

You're welcome. I'm glad they helped!

@darrellmann7468 3 ай бұрын

@AskDoctorJo had to change my lifestyle don't smoke and I've stopped alcohol I do calisthenics 4 times a week started a year ago really has helped and also eat whole foods no takeaways etc its hard but working once again many rhanks

@arunasofia3862 4 жыл бұрын

am from India. pla explain sleeping method for ipf lungs problem person

@akshita074 3 жыл бұрын

When i sleep i sweep away the pillow and use my arms as pillows and when i wake up my arm hurts please someone suggest how to fix this bad habit?

@lucianoari1244 Жыл бұрын

What about shoulders?

@actionmov7707 2 ай бұрын

What is correct posture for gastritis patients

@exvielang7311 3 жыл бұрын

how to manage my lumbar scoliosis with ddd.and how do i sleep position,thank you so much maam doc. jo

@wytchywomanspellsintuitive6734 3 жыл бұрын

Same. Me too

@biggestarmy2586 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks dr Jo..I learn your vertigo lesson..Now I'm cure..thanks

@AskDoctorJo 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome.

@bimalroy7703 4 жыл бұрын

I always get rounded shoulders every morning and also accompanied by shoulder pain😑

@navinpatel1612 3 жыл бұрын

Same

@miromira6347 3 жыл бұрын

Dr jo I have a problem I make pain sounds when i sleep like im moaning .any help and what couses that ❤

@JocelynWeng1124 3 жыл бұрын

Okay Ima try it out 🙂

@benlololo7846 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah well I just want to figure out a good sleeping position for hot rooms because our air conditioner just blew up.

@umuttomruk9969 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video