How to switch sleeping positions?

[Ducay]

Basically, I have had lower back pain issues (MVA) for the last 5 or so years and I'm pretty sure sleeping on my stomach is making it worse (or at least not helping).

I guess what I'm looking for are some tips or tricks on how to force myself to learn to sleep on my side. I've tried laying there on my side and just can't stand it, I always give up and switch back to the oh-so-comfortable stomach.

[Reaper]

Get a pillow designed for side sleepers. Stomach sleeper pillows are usually so non-supportive that the only way to use them is face down. Try sleeping with a body pillow to make the transition.

[Ducay]

Originally Posted by Reaper

Get a pillow designed for side sleepers. Stomach sleeper pillows are usually so non-supportive that the only way to use them is face down. Try sleeping with a body pillow to make the transition.

How would that sort of pillow differ? Aside from a memoryfoam curved-like one, wouldn't it be just a thicker version? Would it help?

You can get the pregnancy pillows that are shaped like wedges and stick them under your tummy and backside to pin you in that position. Not sure if it'll work, but I they run around $30-40, so worth a try.

[nickerjones]

i took an extra pillow and put it in between my legs while i laid on my side ... it worked for me ...

[pepper24]

Get a gay roommate that sleepwalks and is nympho. You'll never sleep on your stomach again though it could lead into other problems when you're awake.

[peter12]

Originally Posted by pepper24

Get a gay roommate that sleepwalks and is nympho. You'll never sleep on your stomach again though it could lead into other problems when you're awake.

Whoa... care to share?

[Rathji]

I used to have the same problem. I slept with a pillow in front of me and it broke me of the habit.

[4X4]

Originally Posted by peter12

Whoa... care to share?

peter, you may want to re-word your post. But now you can't because I've quoted it. Haha!

[boobaloo]

Get an oversized t-shirt and sew a tennis ball into the front and back.

[JohnnyFlame]

Originally Posted by Ducay

Basically, I have had lower back pain issues (MVA) for the last 5 or so years and I'm pretty sure sleeping on my stomach is making it worse (or at least not helping).

I guess what I'm looking for are some tips or tricks on how to force myself to learn to sleep on my side. I've tried laying there on my side and just can't stand it, I always give up and switch back to the oh-so-comfortable stomach.

I sleep on my side and it isn't helping my lower back. I've tried the pillow between the legs and it was somewhat effective. Switched bed types and again it was somewhat effective. The best by far sleep I get is weirdly enough sleeping on the couch. I sleep on my side pressed up against the back of the couch and no back ache in the morning. Not comfortable and I'd much rather be in bed with my wife but once in awhile it helps.

If I had the cash I would definitely try one of those beds with all the doodads but otherwwise it's home remedies.

[GoinAllTheWay]

Originally Posted by pepper24

get a gay roommate that sleepwalks and is nympho. You'll never sleep on your stomach again though it could lead into other problems when you're awake.

:d

[troutman]

Building core strength should also help with back pain.

[Shazam]

Get a wife that hits you in the shins if you're in the wrong position.

[DESS]

Originally Posted by Shazam

Get a wife that hits you in the shins if you're in the wrong position.

Then post a bunch of her nudes.