There are two main ways to sleep with a herniated disc: 1, cervical disc herniation of the patient lying flat, try not to pillow too high, a fist high or so can be the main, pad in the back of the head against the position; and try to choose latex pillow, because it has a better shaping effect, can effectively maintain the normal physiological curvature of the cervical spine, to avoid the protrusion of the disc aggravated. In the lateral position, try to choose the neck and human torso is parallel, avoid excessive force on one side, tension, otherwise it will lead to the formation of local strain, resulting in increased inflammation; may also lead to accelerated intervertebral disc degeneration, the formation of disc herniation aggravation. 2, lumbar disc herniation patients in the lying position, try to choose flexion of the hip, flexion of the knee, can be on the back side of the knee and thigh The soft pillow or quilt on the rear side of the knee and thigh helps to relax the lumbar area and can effectively prevent the aggravation of herniation and the accumulation of inflammation. In the lateral position, try to put soft pillows on both lower limbs, especially the knee joints and the middle of both lower legs, and keep the lower limbs parallel to each other, which can help reduce the strain on the nerve roots and sciatic nerve and effectively relieve the symptoms.