Q The back of my head tingles especially after I wake up — could it be my pillow or sleeping position?
A If your pillow is too high or too low, your neck is held at an unnatural angle overnight, which can compress nerves and vessels. Using a pillow with a height that supports the neck's natural curve can help.
Detailed Answer
If the neck stays excessively bent or compressed for long periods during sleep, it can lead to tingling in the back of the head or neck upon waking. Sleeping on your stomach or with your arm under your head can also compress neck and shoulder nerves and is best avoided.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Korean medicine also views circulation blocked by sleeping posture as a cause of tingling, and guides correcting sleep habits as an important part of lifestyle management. Gently loosening the neck and shoulders before bed can also help reduce morning tingling.
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