How to sleep with sacroiliac joint arthritis

Patients with sacroiliac joint arthritis should adopt the following sleeping positions to alleviate pain and discomfort: 1. **Supine position is preferred**: The supine (lying on the back) position is the recommended sleeping posture for patients with sacroiliac joint arthritis. In this position, the pressure on the sacroiliac joints is minimized, allowing the joints to relax and reducing compression and strain, which helps relieve pain and discomfort associated with arthritis. 2. **Considerations for the lateral position**: Although the lateral (side-lying) position may cause some pulling or pressure on the sacroiliac joint, it can still be acceptable if a pillow or bolster is placed between the legs to maintain a stable posture and reduce joint pressure. However, prolonged sleeping on the same side should be avoided to prevent excessive pressure on one sacroiliac joint. 3. **Avoid the prone position**: The prone (lying on the stomach) position increases the load on the sacroiliac joint and is not conducive to joint recovery; therefore, it should be avoided as much as possible.