"You finally settle into bed after a long day—only to be greeted by a nagging ache in your lower back. If a few nights of this leaves you restless, your body might be gently signalling it needs more support."
Does your lower back ache when you finally lie down?Do you wake up in the middle of the night, shifting around trying to get comfortable?
Back pain at night is a sign your body is trying to tell you something.
Why It Happens
Lower back pain at night can be caused by:
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Poor sleeping posture
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An unsupportive mattress or pillow
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Tight muscles from sitting all day
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Underlying conditions like disc issues or arthritis
How to Sleep Better with Back Pain → Tips for Sleeping Pain-Free
✔ Sleep on your side with a pillow between your knees
Placing a pillow between your knees aligns your pelvis and relieves lumbar strain.
✔ Choose a supportive, firm mattress that supports your spine
A well-fitted mattress helps keep your spine in a neutral position, reducing pressure on your lower back through the night.
✔ Gentle bedtime stretches to ease muscle tension
Many clients find rolling a tennis ball gently along lower-back muscles helps release tightness before sleep.
✔ Limit prolonged sitting right before bed
Too much sitting can tighten your hip flexors and lower-back muscles, making it harder to relax into a pain-free sleep.
But if pain keeps waking you up, don’t ignore it.
Getting help early can stop it from getting worse – and help you finally get a good night’s sleep.
How Back2U Can Help You Sleep Easier
If your lower back keeps whispering (or shouting) at you during the night, it might be time to bring in some extra help. With Back2U, you can book a qualified physiotherapist, chiropractor, or osteopath without leaving your home.
No long waits. No rushing to a clinic. Just expert, hands-on care right where you are—whether that’s your bedroom, office, or even your hotel room. Our practitioners can help ease tight muscles, improve mobility, and guide you through simple changes so you can wake up rested and ready to move.
👉 Join the Back2U waiting list today and be the first to access at-home care from trusted physiotherapists, chiropractors, and osteopaths—on your schedule, in your space.
Join Back2U’s waiting list today.
💡 Pro Tip for Tonight: If back pain strikes before bed, try a few gentle stretches, place a pillow between your knees, and keep your spine supported.