Pressure point: A 2018 study shows that lying on the right side reduces pressure on the heart muscles by creating more space in the chest cavity.Keep snoring under control: Sleeping on the side helps keep airways open, which means people are less likely to snore.Brainpower: A 2015 study on mice reports that side sleeping helps remove toxins from the brain and may even reduce the risk of neurological disease.This article examines the pros and cons of side sleeping.
However, a person must adequately support their body with a firm mattress and pillows, no matter what side they sleep on. Side sleeping has many other health benefits apart from aiding digestion. Learn more about ways to improve digestion here. Research has shown a higher likelihood of acid reflux from sleeping on the right side. When these muscles contract, they help control the acid reflux process.
Umm what else, ah yes I learnt how to move around without bending over etc so now I can get around a bit better because of that.Many people believe that sleeping on the left side is the best option for digestion. Start to take note as to when you get dizzy spells as you or a Dr might identify a pattern. (note: I live in Australia and my condition makes me eligible for the Disability Pension if in financial need, not sure what rules apply in the USA). At least they can rule conditions out like brain tumor (not that I believe for one second you have one!).Īlso if your condition continues, and you have been to Dr's/Specialists etc you have a medical history this can be useful if you need to claim a disability benefit to assist you. Let's put it this way if you go for the vertigo therapy, if it doesn't work the worst that happens (I don't say this to trivialize though) is that it makes you feel dizzy and sick for a few days after.Īnd yes go to specialists, you should go through available test, MRI's, Hearing, etc. I think that it is a good thing to explore all options as the theory is dizziness and vertigo is caused by another health issue. I am clueless as to why I don't have many episodes of vertigo, but I can't absolutely lay flat at all or haven't been able to lay on my right side for 3 years. * Overheat, sensitive to any level of warm temp. * Sleep elevated and only on back and left side I feel ok, except when it comes time to sleep.
I tried acupuncture a couple of times, but no one has been able to make a diagnosis. I have seen several neurologists, ENTs and physical therapists. I had another episode of vertigo a couple months ago and didn't feel good for a couple weeks following - wasn't able to sleep on my left side either at that time, but that has since subsided. Both of my ears have been ringing since this happened 3 years ago. I sleep elevated, so much that I often have headaches and have to visit the chiropractor. I have not been able to sleep on my right side since and immediately feel dizzy and nauseous if I do. I ended up very sick that morning and for about 4 months following, I had severe episodes of dizziness and room spinning. Three years ago I woke up and experienced vertigo, felt like I was going to fall over, ended up laying back down and the room was spinning.