The computer-reading glasses eliminated my neck muscle fatigue immediately. Victoria Gall recommends that you should fall asleep in a position comfortable for you, noting that you should not end up in a twisted, awkward position that strains your muscles. For years I always had a pain here or there from falling asleep in a twisted position. You can change that most habitual position, however. Just experiment with different positions.
Most people can fall asleep in a curled-up position.
The standard recommendation is to have a firm mattress. To me, the goal is to wake up refreshed and rejuvenated, and if a soft mattress or a waterbed makes the difference, use it. From The Arthritis Sourcebook , by arrangement with NTC Contemporary Publishing Group. All rights reserved.