Doctors Warn: Your Sleeping Position May Affect Acid Reflux Symptoms

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What About Sleeping Flat on Your Back?

Sleeping completely flat on your back may also allow reflux to become more noticeable for some people.

Research has found more frequent reflux episodes in the supine position compared with certain side-lying positions.

If lying flat makes your symptoms worse, elevating your upper body may be more helpful than simply adding another pillow underneath your head.

Try Elevating Your Upper Body

Another commonly recommended strategy for nighttime GERD is raising the head of the bed or using a wedge that elevates