How to sleep with calcific tendonitis?

Question

I've been diagnosed with calcific tendonitis in my shoulder, and the pain is awful at night. It's really affecting my sleep. How can I sleep comfortably without aggravating my shoulder?

Rajendra Prasad · Accepted Answer

My high blood pressure makes me very sensitive to pain, which ruins my sleep. I avoid sleeping on the affected shoulder completely and use a special contour pillow to keep my neck and shoulder aligned.

Sunita Verma · Answer

Just sleep on your opposite side and hug a thick pillow so your painful arm doesn't drop forward and strain the shoulder. It is a very simple, no-cost way to sleep without waking up in pain.

Rohan Mehra · Answer

I know how frustrating and scary it is when you can't find a single comfortable position to sleep because of shoulder pain. Don't worry, sleeping on your back with a pillow under your elbow really helps release the pressure.

Karthik Subramanian · Answer

My family suggested warm sesame oil, which is soothing, but I highly recommend sticking to the physical therapy exercises your doctor advised. For sleeping, keeping the arm elevated on a pillow next to you works best.

Ananya Sen · Answer

I totally get it, that sharp, deep ache in the shoulder makes it impossible to fall asleep. Try placing a small cushion behind your back so you don't accidentally roll over onto the painful shoulder during the night.

Shiny Mathew · Answer

Avoid any overhead sleeping positions as they pinch the tendon even more. Sleep on your back with a small pillow supporting the shoulder blade, and take any anti-inflammatory prescribed by your doctor before bed.

How to sleep with calcific tendonitis?

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Consult a internal medicine specialist

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