The neck should feel comfortable and supported but also like it s getting a little stretched out.
Sleeping rolled up towel under neck.
Tuck a rolled towel inside your pillowcase before you sleep.
To sleep with neck pain roll up a towel and position it under your neck before you go to sleep for extra support.
You should feel a slight pressure on the back of your neck when you lie on your back.
To make your own lumbar roll simply obtain a bath towel.
Whichever way you prefer remember that supporting your spine neck and shoulders is imperative.
When you place your head on your pillow the rolled up towel should support your neck.
This makeshift pillow really supports your neck as you shift throughout the night.
5 use a pillow between or under your legs for added comfort.
Place a rolled towel between your pillowcase and pillow.
Now place the rolled up towel under the neck.
You can have the head unelevated or use a flat pillow.
You can also try placing a pillow under your knees if you sleep on your back which will help align your spine and neck and reduce pain.
If you choose to sleep on your stomach place a rolled up towel under your lower abdomen and pelvis.
If you sleep on your side position the towel so it fills the natural empty space between your neck and the pillow.
If you are sleeping on your back slide a pillow or a rolled up towel under your legs to better support your back.
I found that the thinner end of my memory foam pillow can be substituted for a rolled up towel.
If you prefer to sleep on the side draw your legs closer to your chest and place a pillow full body pillow works well here between your knees.
Decreased risk of neck pain.
If you sleep on your back position the towel underneath your neck when you lay your head on the pillow.
Putting something soft such as a pillow under the knees is relaxing and it softens the spine a bit.
A pillow made out of foam can give your head and neck more support as you recover.
Place two rubber bands around the towel to keep it rolled up and then place it behind your back when sitting to help support your lumbar spine.
But the real benefit of sleeping with a rolled up towel under your neck.
Your towel roll will also help to support your neck when you lie on one side or the other as it will help to fill in the space between your head and shoulder.