With the arms resting on the chest or on both sides of the body, those who lie down this way would be more likely not to change positions during the night or do so less often than those who choose other positions.

Advantages:

As the spine is supported on the mattress, if the mattress and pillow are of good quality, it could be the best position to avoid neck, shoulder, and back pain.
It’s the best position to avoid premature wrinkles. When we constantly rest our face on one side when sleeping and rub the pillow against it, we run the risk of developing wrinkles before it’s considered normal. Those who sleep on their backs can stay away from this possibility.
If you have nasal congestion, lie on your back and raise your head and shoulders with 2 pillows. This will allow the sinuses to drain more easily to the back of the throat.

Disadvantages:

This isn’t the right position for people who suffer from apnea or chronic snoring.
While this can generate lumbar pain, it can be solved by placing a pillow or a rolled towel under the knees and a low pillow under the neck to maintain the spine’s natural curvature.

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