12/08/2025
Sleepless During The Holidays?
Happy Monday, Everyone! Feeling groggy, more exhausted than when you went to bed, and simply overwhelmed with your holiday to-do list? You're not alone. Amid the end-of-year hustle, it's vital not to gift yourself the burden of sleep deprivation—a condition linked to tiredness, chronic inflammation, and various health risks.
Did you know? Lack of sleep can increase inflammatory markers like cytokines and C-reactive protein, which are associated with higher risks of heart disease, diabetes, and even Alzheimer's disease. This holiday season, let's break the cycle of sleepless nights!
Here’s how you can combat sleep deprivation and its effects:
▪ Alignment: Keep your ears, shoulders, and hips aligned while you sleep. Use pillows to reduce muscle strain and fill the gaps between your body and the mattress.
▪ Back Pain: Sleeping on your back with a pillow under your knees can help maintain your spine’s natural curve, distributing weight evenly and easing lower back pain.
▪ Neck Pain: Ensure your neck’s curvature is supported by a suitable pillow, and use a flatter pillow to cushion your head, especially if you sleep on your back.
▪ Avoid Front Sleeping: This position forces neck rotation, adding pressure on nerves and worsening back and neck pain.
▪ Correction: Care for those suffering spinal discs and vertebrae under tension of stress-inducing muscle contractions and gravity.
As we prepare for the festivities and step into the new year, remember that the best defense against pain and inflammation is proactive care and excellent spinal correction. Don't wait for New Year’s resolutions to start taking better care of your health.
Schedule an appointment today and ensure your body is in tip-top shape to enjoy the season to its fullest!
