This sounds like a no brainer, I know, but I often get asked by my patients whats the best rest position when your lower back hurts. it’s almost impossible to do anything without using your back. And when your muscles are strained, you need to allow them to rest and recover. The best position for an injured or achy back is lying down on either your back or side, with the curves of your spine aligned in their natural position. Try lying down on a firm surface like a carpeted floor. You can relax your back by placing a couple of pillows or a chair under your knees. If on your side, place the pillows between the knees instead of under them. For your neck’s comfort, roll up a small hand towel and place it under your neck to give it a break, too.
