We do it all the time, fall asleep in our recliners. These comfortable chairs almost seemed to be designed for napping. It also turns out that sleeping in a recliner can be good for your health. That comfy recliner that you love can also help to improve your back pain. When you are partially reclined back the excess weight is removed from your spine. The leg rest can improve circulation and help improve the appearance of varicose veins. This position can also help you breath better which is a common cause of snoring and sleep apnea. Once your back pain is relieved and you can breathe clearer you’ll be amazed at how much better you sleep in your reclining chair. To help you find the best recliner for sleep, we have put together a summary table of what we have found to be the top five options and continue by reviewing each model further down the page. Hopefully this overview will help you find the right reclining chair so you can get the rest you deserve. Flash Furniture Plush Brown Leather Rocker ReclinerLeatherView Customer Reviews
Tucker Camel ReclinerMicrofiberView Customer Reviews HomCom Deluxe Heated Vibrating PU Leather Massage Recliner ChairPU leatherView Full Review Homelegance Laurelton Textured Plush Microfiber Glider Recliner ChairMicrofiberView Full Review Pulaski Birch Hill Swivel Glider ReclinerFabricView Full Review Flash Furniture Plush Brown Leather Rocker Recliner This oversized recliner features extra cushioning for support and comfort in the back and seat. With the padded arms and extra wide design, the Flash Furniture Plush Brown Leather Rocker Recliner is one of the best recliners to sleep in. The leg rest is designed to support tired leg muscles, while also helping to improve circulation when you are reclined back. It is a larger chair and can support larger people, while the wider design is perfect for curling up in. According to the best recliners reviews, the Tucker Camel Recliner is one of the top rated reclining chairs. It features a reinforced back that will support your spine, while the partial reclining option helps you relax tight muscles.
The plush micro fabric is durable and incredibly comfortable to sit on, and the three reclining options means that you will always be able to find one that will help put you to sleep. Its smaller size makes it ideal for apartments and assisted living facilities, and its durable wood frame was designed to support you while you sleep. HomCom Deluxe Heated Vibrating Leather Massager Recliner The leather upholstery looks great and is comfortable, and this recliner was made to sleep in. With different reclining positions to help you relax and ease tired muscles it is easy to lie back and relax. The HomCom Deluxe Heated Vibrating Leather Massager Recliner can also spin 360 degrees, so you never have to worry about sunlight shining directly on your face. The vibrating massager can relax tight neck muscles and relieve back pain, and includes 5 preset settings so you can find one with the right amount of intensity. To make it even easier for you to doze off, the lounging chair also has a heating function.
Stay warm and cozy on cold nights, or use the heat with the massage. Homelegance Laurelton Textured Plush Microfiber Glider Recliner One look at this plush reclining chair and you will want to sink down in it. The microfiber upholstery is soft to the touch, and also incredibly durable. A smooth gliding motion can rock you to sleep, or recline back for a relaxing power nap. The back of the Homelegance Laurelton Textured Plush Microfiber Glider Recliner and seat have extra cushioning to support you while also keeping you comfortable. The arms of the chair are also oversized and padded so you can sleep comfortably without any hard edges disturbing your sleep. The convenient side pocket lets you store the TV remote control while you’re sleeping, and the cup holder will keep your drinks from spilling. Pulaski Birch Hill Swivel Glider Recliner The drop in spring coils in the seat of this recliner gives you plenty of comfortable support while you are dozing, and might make you give up sleeping in your bed.
One of the best sleeping recliners, it also features soft padded arms and a supportive backrest. The Pulaski Birch Hill Swivel Glider Recliner is also able to swivel 360 degrees. The recliner’s smaller size makes it ideal for anyone living in apartments or assisted living facilities.If your CPAP pressure feels overwhelming at the beginning of the night, your machine may have a feature called ramp which can be set to start your pressure at a lower setting and “ramp up” over a period of time. Call your cpap supplier to ask if your machine has this feature and if it is enabled for use.To help get used to wearing the mask during sleep, practice by wearing it during the day while sitting in a chair watching television or reading. This will distract your focus from the mask to a positive, familiar activity. CPAP use will become a habit and part of your routine. Snoring, choking, gasping like noises should be eliminated during CPAP use. If not, it could mean that your machine pressure is not adequate.
Call your cpap supplier to find a solution. The medical term for this common CPAP issue is Aerophagia. It occurs when the air delivered by your CPAP enters the esophagus and stomach rather than the lungs. It can occur when your CPAP pressure is set too low or too high. It can also occur if you are a mouth breather but not wearing a full face mask. Consult your physician if the problem is chronic and persistent. Often, side or stomach sleepers find that the head sinks in to their bed pillow which causes the blockage of mask exhalation ports and risk of dangerous CO2 (carbon dioxide) rebreathing. Others find their pillow causes unwanted mask frame movement (pushed off center) causing mask leak, pressure point soreness or bruised cheek bones. To resolve, purchase PAPillow, a specially made bed pillow designed for CPAP users and for any side or stomach sleepers. No mask should cause pain nor discomfort if sized correctly and fitted properly. If irritation or sores are developing, chances are you are over tightening your mask.
Your mask cushion may be worn out and need replacing. Mask liners called RemZzz’s might also resolve skin irritation and mask leak. Your cpap supplier should offer products that might be helpful if you otherwise like your mask. One is the Gecko nasal pad. It is an easy to use gel pad that is placed across the nose bridge and under the mask. It helps with leak in the upper part of the mask frame and is beneficial to patients who have a narrow nose bridge or who are prone to cuts or irritation to the nose bridge. Another product patients find helpful are SoreSpot CPAP Skin Protectors. They are a unique liquid-filled bandage that minimizes friction and helps prevent skin irritation. Check out RemZzz’s full face and nasal mask liners. They are applied directly to the silicone mask cushion to help absorb facial moisture and oils, and prevent skin irritation and pressure marks as well as to reduce noisy mask leak. This is a common occurrence, especially during the early adjustment period of CPAP use.
Chances are, you removed the mask due to discomfort or leak. This would indicate that your mask choice is not the best for your face, or that it is not fitted properly. Patients who experience claustrophobia usually find that the small size and simplicity of nasal pillow masks more tolerable. There is an adjustment period for most patients as they get used to sleeping with any mask on the face. While your goal is to be able to sleep all night on CPAP, using it as long as you can tolerate it each night is better than nothing. Try to increase usage over time until you reach your goal. No air should be directed up in to the eye area with a properly sized and fitted mask. This might indicate leak in the top area of your mask; gently tighten the top mask straps taking care not to over tighten. This leak might also indicate a worn mask cushion that needs replacing. Some people naturally sleep with their eyes partially open which can cause dryness or irritation; they benefit from wearing a simple fabric eye mask.
If swelling or irritation is chronic or persistent, consult with your sleep or primary care physician. Skin irritation can quickly occur when the nasal pillows are not inserted properly. Try rotating the barrel that holds the nasal pillow inserts to a more comfortable angled position of the pillows in to the nostrils. After best positioning, if leak occurs at the nostril opening, size up. Most masks have exhalation ports (look for a tiny cluster of holes) that allow the escape of our CO2 (carbon dioxide). When routinely cleaning your mask parts, these tiny holes must be checked to make sure they are not soiled and clogged by body oil or bedding lint. When clogged, they can cause the mask to make a whistling noise. Use a sewing needle or toothpick to keep the holes free flowing. All masks have exhalation ports to allow the escape of CO2 (carbon dioxide). The higher the machine pressure setting, the harsher this escape flow will be. Some masks have better air diffusion features than others.
Check with your Corner Team member to discuss a resolution. Some patients resolve by side sleeping with their backs turned to their bed partner to avoid a distracting air flow. Make sure the electric plugs to the wall and to the machine are firmly in place. Check your electric outlet to make sure it is working. Otherwise, make an appointment to bring your machine in to be evaluated by your cpap supplier. Today’s machines are nearly silent, so unless you are hypersensitive to noise ( try ear plugs), this would indicate a problem. Check the machine filters. They should be changed monthly or when visibly discolored to help keep the machines running smoothly. There will be a slight audible noise if you are using a Bi Level machine as the pressure transitions between inhalation and exhalation settings. There will be a slight audible noise if you use an AutoCPAP as the machine changes inhalation pressure. If your machine is otherwise noisy, there may be a machine defect. Make an appointment to bring your machine in to be evaluated by your cpap supplier.
Try placing the tubing behind your head near the top of your pillow, or positioned behind the headboard bed post. Most cpap suppliers offer an inexpensive Tubing Lift to help with tube positioning for better sleep. Easy to use, the small frame is held in place between the box spring and mattress. The lift holds the tubing above the head allowing for better freedom of movement. The length of standard CPAP tubing is about 6 feet. Active sleepers who toss and turn are more apt to tug on the tubing and pull their machine off the bedside table. Most cpap suppliers offer tubing in 10 foot lengths which give patients more freedom of movement especially when coupled with a Tubing Lift. A CPAP humidifier or temperature adjustment may usually resolve all of the above issues. Start with the lowest heat setting and turn up as needed for more moisture. Biotene spray or oral rinse products may help with dry mouth. Chronic nasal lining dryness may be helped with Ocean or other simple saline spray solutions.
Both are available over the counter at your pharmacy. Consult with your physician if the problem persists. Excess condensation can form in the CPAP tubing when the temperature of your bedroom is cooler than the air coming from your machine. Most cpap suppliers offer inexpensive, insulating hose covers to resolve this common problem. Bacteria can quickly develop in the water chamber. All manufacturers recommend the use of distilled water. Tap water may be used on occasion. Each morning, empty any leftover water, rinse chamber and let air dry. To remove film, fill chamber with 1/3 white distilled vinegar to 2/3 tap water solution. Let soak for one hour. Rinse with clear tap water, air dry. Always remove water chamber unit from machine before filling with distilled water. Spilling water in to the machine may compromise the interior circuits, damage the machine and void the warranty. Mask leak is one of the most common challenges for patients. To assure the best fit and adjustment, when retiring to sleep, sit on your bed and place mask on the head/face with straps loose.
With machine turned on and air blowing, lay down with your head on the pillow in your normal sleeping position. Slowly tighten your mask straps just until you get a good seal, being careful not to needlessly over tighten. The final step is to “seat” your mask. After straps are adjusted, pull the mask out and away from your face (about 2 inches) and gently lay back on face. This allows the dual mask cushions to inflate which will assure the best seal possible and comfortable fit. Mask fit varies with sleeping position, so if you fit for side or stomach sleeping, you will need to readjust if you roll to your back. This is why many patients train themselves to sleep solely on side or stomach (same mask fit) versus back sleeping which has a different mask fit. Full Face – Mask users with forehead pads/brace: tighten upper strap first, then follow with lower strap positioning and fit. Mask Headgear – Masks come with a “one size fits most” head gear. Larger and smaller strapped headgear may be available by special order.