Memory Foam January 2023

How to Choose the Best Mattress for Back Pain?

A good mattress is the number one remedy for back pain, it’s vital that you find the right option for you. For those who may not know, the wrong mattress could trigger or exacerbate existing pain. This makes sense when you consider how much time we spend sleeping on it. When you purchase a new mattress, there are four critical aspects to consider: comfort, pressure point relief, spine alignment and adequate support.

One of the most important factors when buying a bed is its firmness level. A medium-firm mattress is the best choice in this regard. You can find this type of mattress among many available on the market, meaning you’ll have a wide selection of all types: soft, medium and firm. However, this advice has changed in the recent past. Experts now recommend medium-firm mattresses citing their ability to accommodate and promote the natural curves of the spine. A medium-firm mattress supports the three natural curves of your spine.

These mattresses have a little bit more give than firm beds. Thus, they allow the heavy sections of your body, namely the shoulder and lumbar regions, to sink slightly, providing good back support.

Does mattress type matter?

Sure, different mattresses have different characteristics. This means that not all will be the best option for your back pain or discomfort. But innerspring mattresses are usually the most supportive and breathable, so they may be a good option if you suffer from back pain. While it’s usually a good idea to stay away from mattresses that don’t conform to your natural shape, it can also make pain and discomfort even worse and lead to other spinal-related issues.

Hybrid & Memory foam mattresses - these mattresses are popular for their the ability to relieve back pains. They are viscous-elastic and will conform to your body’s curves or pressure points. The one downside of having one of these mattresses is their heat retention. Fortunately there are ways to combat this, for example by using a mattress cooling cover or open-cell memory foam.

Latex- latex has been shown to alleviate both upper and lower back pains. It outperforms memory foam by being more responsive and suppler. In general, this material can cost slightly more than memory foam, but it is worth it if you’re sensitive to materials that don’t breathe well.

Hybrid- this category has some really great mattresses for people with back pain–hybrids are the way to go. They are made out of 2 different types of materials and usually offer individually-pocketed springs and memory foam. The best of these will have a pressure-reliving memory foam layer built on top. Below are the mattresses we found to be the most comfortable and supportive with a medium level of bounce. We hope this list helps you find a mattress that will help you sleep well.