India, Oct. 5 -- We spend nearly a third of our lives sleeping, yet many of us wake up with stiff necks, sore backs, or lingering aches. Poor sleeping posture can silently damage your spine over time. Dr Dushyant Chouchan, Orthopaedic and Sports Injury Surgeon, AIIMS Raipur, shares in his Instagram post the best positions for neck and back pain relief. (Also read: Orthopaedic surgeon shares surprising benefits of 'backward walking' for knee health on Food Pharmer podcast )

The way you sleep can actually make your joint pain worse," says Dr Dushyant. He explains, "If you usually sleep on your side, placing a pillow between your knees can significantly reduce discomfort in your hips and lower body. For those who sleep on their back, it's b...