Why Do I Get a Sharp Pain in My Neck When Sleeping Without a Supportive Pillow?

Why Do I Get a Sharp Pain in My Neck When Sleeping Without a Supportive Pillow?

1. Introduction Experiencing a sharp, acute pain in the neck after sleeping without a supportive pillow is a classic manifestation of cervical mechanical overload, often resulting in acute torticollis or facet joint irritation. The human head weighs an average of ten to twelve pounds. During sleep, the musculature that normally supports and balances this weight … Read more