Connect with others who understand.

  • Learn from expert-reviewed resources
  • Real advice from people who’ve been there
  • People who understand what you’re going through
Sign Up Log In
Powered By
Real members of myRAteam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.
A myRAteam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Lansdale, PA

During the course of the night I have to switch sleeping positions frequently due to pain that feels like it radiating from my hip and down my leg. I turn and it's just a matter of time before it happens again. Between the restless leg at night & the hip pain , a good night's sleep is a challenge. Looking for any suggestions πŸ‘€

November 2, 2021
 · 
Reactions

Answer Summary

Members connected over the challenge of constantly switching sleeping positions throughout the night due to hip and knee pain, with many... Read more

Members connected over the challenge of constantly switching sleeping positions throughout the night due to hip and knee pain, with many describing similar patterns of tossing and turning to find relief. Several members shared practical strategies that have helped them manage nighttime pain, including using memory foam pillows in various shapes for support, placing a small pillow between or under the legs to relieve pressure, applying heating pads or diclofenac gel before bed, and trying weighted blankets. A recurring theme was the importance of combining multiple approaches, such as hot showers, Tylenol, massage, prescribed medications, and strategic pillow placement, to create a personalized sleep routine that offers the best chance at rest.

A myRAteam Member

If you sleep on your side, try a small pillow between your legs or under upper leg. This helps to take pressure off. Google crib or baby pillow. This has helped me a lot. And don't forget Diclofenac gel. Also hot shower, Tylenol, massage. Multiple strategies help! Prescribed meds!

February 25, 2022
A myRAteam Member

Yes Pattie I think you are right, we all have problems sleeping. My knees have been my little trouble makers. I have found pillows help best. Type this "memory foam assorted shapes pillows" in your Google search engine. It will bring up the page showing the many types of shaped pillows to help with back, hips and knees.
Hugsss πŸ€—
Deb πŸ’ž

November 2, 2021
A myRAteam Member

Heating pad and diclofenac help me a lot.

November 4, 2021
A myRAteam Member

I've started using a weighted blanket (15lb) I no longer have a problem sleeping in any position.

February 25, 2022
A myRAteam Member

Yes. Mostly sleep on my back as hips hurt and my knees hurt and have to be on pillow props.

December 7, 2021

Related Questions

View All
A myRAteam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Randfontein, ZA