Do not place your bedding on the floor
It is okay to place your mattress directly on the floor. However, for people with asthma, doing this may lead to several side effects. Do not place your mattress on the floor if you have any type of allergies. Putting your mattress on the floor means you are closer to dust and germs can easily make their way into your airways. You can use a bed frame or a mattress foundation to reduce your exposure to dust or irritants on the floor. You can also get a sterile mattress cover to kill allergens before getting to you.
Other tips for sleeping with asthma include
- Remove pets from your bed anytime you’re sleeping
- Set the thermostats in your room to be higher in the evening and at night
- Use an air purifier close to your bed to maintain the airflow in your room.
Conclusion
Sleeping positions play a significant role in how fast symptoms of asthma improve. Although the right sleeping position may not completely eradicate symptoms of asthma, they prevent the worsening or triggering of symptoms of the condition. It is important to pay attention to your sleep position and environment if you have asthma. Avoid conditions that can wake you up in the middle of the night.
References
[1] https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19387.htm
[2] https://www.aaaai.org/conditions-treatments/related-conditions/gastroesophageal-reflux-disease
[3] https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/choosing-the-best-sleep-position
[4] https://introductiontoradiology.net/courses/rad/cxr/technique4chest.html
[5] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1513615/
[6] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/asthma/symptoms-causes/syc-20369653