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Why Sleeping In Fetal Position Is Bad For Your Back

Fetal Position: Does It Cause Back Pain?Side sleeping can be ideal for most individuals, but curling up too much into fetal position can actually cause back pain or at least contribute to it. Fetal position puts your spine into a forward bent or flexed posture, which is similar to sitting slumped or standing and bending …

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Is Your Bed Causing Your Back Pain?

You have seen the ads for sleep number beds, promising that you will sleep better. But how do you know when to replace your present mattress? There is actually not one right answer, but here are some guidelines that may help to determine if your bed is causing or aggravating your back pain. 1. What …

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