Is your shoulder pain from sleeping? Waking up with shoulder pain can make you think your sleep position is to blame. But what if the real issue started long before you went to bed?

Many people assume poor posture while sleeping causes their discomfort, but the problem often comes from underlying issues. Muscle imbalances, past injuries, or even daily habits might be triggering your shoulder pain.

Before you swap pillows or change positions, it’s important to identify the root cause. Let’s break down why your shoulder pain from sleeping may not be about sleep at all—and what you can do to fix it.