On your side, put a pillow between your knees. On your back, put a small pillow under the knees. Both keep the joint in a relaxed position and take pressure off sore areas.
Night pain tips
- Use gel or a warm shower before bed
- Gentle stretches before sleep reduce stiffness
- Avoid sleeping with the knee fully bent for hours
When night pain needs a doctor
Pain that wakes you every night, or pain at rest that keeps getting worse, should be checked. It can mean advanced arthritis or another cause that needs a diagnosis.