What’s the best mattress for my back? 164 N. Broadway Green Bay, WI 54303In my opinion Amerisleep Revere Bed is the best.Amerisleep is a high-quality memory foam mattress company.The Amerisleep Revere Bed is designed to give exceptional spinal support with unmatched conforming and contouring characteristics. Not only will your legs and hips have release from aches and pains, your neck and back will also gain superior relief from stiffness and pressure.Source: Top 5 Mattresses 2017 - TyRankerThere are three types of mattresses out there with any research to back them up, not great research, but research nonetheless. Most of the research is done comparing a brands own mattress to another low quality mattress, and they are not surprisingly able to show that theirs is better. There are some studies that are ok, but they are hard to find and hard to read for the average person and don't make for good marketing lines, and so are usually ignored.The first category is the Memory Foam beds.
They have good support in the right places and sink where you need less pressure. They work well for many people. I personally don't like them for two reasons. I feel like I have to pull myself out of the mattress if I want to turn over, and the second is the chemicals in them and off-gassing. (Tempurpedic Sued Over VOCs & Memory Foam Safety) Some people also complain that memory foam beds retain too much heat. Many hospitals use memory foam beds to prevent bedsores.Sleep Number beds are another category with some research. (Sleep Number research and news articles) These beds have good results, but are overly complicated. The more parts you add to a machine the more can go wrong. In this case they can leak, mold, breakdown etc. Most of the problems with this mattress type have nothing to do with the idea, and everything to do with manufacturing and customer service. The bed does indeed support your body well, it is adjustable, and will provide a good platform for sleep.The last category is not as widely known, because it is a regional startup.
The intelliBED has a good simple design that seems to solve the problem of the other two beds. It has the support where you need it and gives way where you don't want too much support, it has similar self serving studies (Sleep Research Online | IntelliBED), but is also being used in hospitals like the memory foam beds and reports good results. They have great customer support and a 30 year warranty. There is no off-gassing, and you don't sink or overheat in the gel. The downside to these beds are that they are not as widely available to try out locally. There is not a mattress out there that is perfect for every person. Find the one that is right for you. Most mattresses will take at least a week to get used to. These three categories of beds are not only the best in the field, but are also the most expensive. With warranties included the intelliBED is the best value for cost, for useful years. I hope this info helps.Any mattress that properly supports the curves of your body to keep your spine in neutral alignment.
That will differ from person to person, but foam mattresses tend to be the best at that. Innerspring mattresses with individually pocketed coils are also good.Check out my mattress buying guide for more help in selecting the right mattress.Mattress buying guide | The Mattress NerdFirm mattresses support proper spinal alignment much better than springy soft mattresses. Avoid waterbeds and flimsy mattresses that squeak or dip when you sit on them.PureBliss 3" Latex MattressToppers, Latex Pillows, Waterproof Mattress Protector. EverEden talalay latex mattress topper on the too firm Simmons Beautyrest.Whether or not you choose to add a box spring to your mattress, you probably don’t prefer sleeping on the floor. So, a bed frame is an important decision. We’re all familiar with the standard thin steel folding frame, but for chronic back pain sufferers, this may not be enough. Adjustable bed frames have been around for two centuries, and they can support the curves of the spine and relieve pressure on the entire body.
If you suffer from chronic back pain, ask yourself if you feel better sitting in a reclining chair? If you prefer having your knees elevated? If so, an adjustable bed frame might be worth considering. An adjustable bed frame is often cited for alleviating certain types of back pain. It can help target pain in your lower and upper back. This is accomplished through the bed frame’s ability to correctly position you in the ultimate reclining position. People with specific back problems might benefit from sleeping at an incline of 30 to 45 degrees. In this position, the upper body is inclined, and together with the bed’s knee support, it can reduce the stress placed on the lower back. In sleep therapy, there is a tension relieving position where you lie flat on your back. Your back is flat, your legs are raised to a ninety-degree angle, and your knees are bent. In this position, your back can fully relax, while your pelvis tilts, reversing normal daily pressure. This can also help build strength in your lower back muscles.
This is a common position on an adjustable bed. Your upper back also can feel the benefits. Less pressure is placed on your back, neck, and shoulders the more vertical it is. Your vertebrae are able to gently realign, and the pressure they exert on your delicate nerves, that causes pain, is reduced. Chiropractors have said that post-op low back surgery patents report adjustable beds being more comfortable than flat beds. Below are the back pain conditions Spine-Health recommends for an adjustable bed:For some people with degenerative spondylolisthesis, sleeping in a reclining position with support under the knees can reduce some of the pain in the lower back, making it easier to sleep through the night.Individuals with osteoarthritis in the spine, or facet joint arthritis, often wake up feeling quite stiff and sore in the morning. Sleeping on an adjustable bed may provide better support and therefore decrease the irritation by minimizing joint compression.People with spinal stenosis most often feel more comfortable when bending forward instead of standing up straight.
Likewise, sleeping on a flat mattress can sometimes be less comfortable for people with stenosis than sleeping in the reclining position, such as that afforded by an adjustable bed. Bedroom Solutions published a comprehensive review on the Best Adjustable Beds. In the review, they base their findings on 7 criteria: (1) strength of the bed frame/chassis, (2) necessary, must-have features, (3) non-essential bells and whistles, (4) customer reviews, (5) price, (6) manufacturer reputation, and (7) warranty. “Modern-day adjustable bed foundations come with dozens of features. While some of them are useful and necessary, others are highly advanced, and not everyone needs them,” said Rand Harding, a spokesperson for Bedroom Solutions. “For example, some models cost as much as an extra $1000 simply because they’re equipped with built-in Bluetooth speakers, under-bed lighting, USB charging ports, alarm clocks etc. These are nice add-ons to have, but considering that they do not contribute towards relieving people’s stiff necks, backaches, frozen shoulders, osteoarthritis, degenerative spondylolisthesis etc., not everyone can justify spending that extra cash towards such non-essential features.”
Memory foam mattress are all foam and can contour and form specifically to your body. “ A bed that self-adjusts and reacts to the body relieve stressed areas while promoting a deep, REM sleep. This is critical for the body’s self-repair mode, and, as studies show, improving mental alertness and the body’s tolerance to pain and discomfort” said Dr. Bill Charschan, a chiropractor. Memory foam mattresses are often recommended by doctors for patients with chronic back pain. Many memory foams are now being made with the latest gel technology, which helps you sleep cool throughout the night. (And this has been a serious complaint against memory foam for years, the problem of sleeping hot.) A safe and cutting edge gel like a medical-grade gel, which is typically found in hospital burn wards to cool patients skin, is very effective when combined with memory foam. Look for memory foam mattresses that display the CertiPUR-US® seal, because these foams are strictly tested to be non-toxic and safe, as well as good for the environment.