Are you having trouble sleeping on shoulder pain? Does it lie on your side? Shoulder pain can make it really difficult to fall sleep. Side sleepers in particular will have a difficult time sleeping on shoulder pain.
If you are suffering from a rotator cuff injury, it can be difficult to sleep on your shoulder, to roll over in bed, to find a comfortable position, or to get a good night of uninterrupted sleep. In general, chronic shoulder pain issues can ruin your sleep right when you need it most.
Here are a few tips for relieving sleep shoulder pain:
Take A Soothing Warm Bath Just Before Bed
The hot water will relax your shoulder muscles and tell your body that it is time for bed.
Scrub Your Body With A Loofah
While you are in your bath, gently scrub your body with a loofah or brush. Not only will this make your skin tingle, it will also stretch the muscles of your injured shoulder.
Arrange Your Pillows For Support And Pain Relief
Strategic arrangement of pillows can make all the difference when sleeping on shoulder pain. Try placing a pillow under your injured shoulder. Try different arrangements to take the weight off your shoulder.
Use a Specially Designed Pillow
I’ve heard good things about the “Better Sleep Pillow”, a memory foam pillow with strategically placed channels for your shoulder and arm.
Shoulder Stretching
Rotator cuff exercises and stretching will help relax your shoulder before bed. Proper shoulder stretching is crucial to recovering from a rotator cuff injury.
Turn Your Mind Off
Finally, use calming music or meditation to sooth your mind and get it ready for sleep. Avoid watching television, especially the news. I like to listen to a book on tape. My mind gets lost in the story and I fall right asleep.
For step-by-step instructions on recovering from shoulder injuries and sleeping on shoulder pain, be sure to check out or recommended guides to rotator exercises.
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