The ProblemIn recent months I’ve suffered from pain in my right hip and mid to lower back. I attribute this to age, having a sedentary job (writing), having put on some pounds and lack of exercise to lubricate my joints. I sit on a high density cell foam donut as I write this. The donut relieves pressure from the coccyx, something I learned when I was pregnant many moons ago. I’ve learned to contort my body to the left when I rise from a sitting position in order for the pain in my hip to not bring me to my knees. Having this condition checked out by a doctor is out of the question. When I retired from the corporate world I also relinquished my rights to company paid health insurance. So I make do. However, sitting is not my only uncomfortable position. Although I bought a new mattress recently, I awaken with a sore back and my right hip screams with every movement. Do I need to tell you I’ve not been sleeping well? Oh, I guess I just did. The fact is I sleep in 3-hour shifts because my body wakes me up.
Oh, what I would give for just one night of uninterrupted sleep! Something had to be done. I can’t afford medical diagnosis or treatment. Going through Advil like candy is not good for my innards and doesn’t fix the problem anyway. Buying one of those high end mattresses that “have your number” is also out of the question. So, what does a not-so-young-but-not-so-old struggling writer do to alleviate the pain? Ingenuity is the answer, my friends; that and watching the paper for sales on mattress toppers. The SolutionSometimes commercialism comes in handy. It seems everything under the sun goes on sale just before holidays. Memorial day is one of those holidays. My local Big Lots had a flyer in Sunday’s paper. They advertised a ‘famous maker’ 3” gel memory foam mattress topper for queen beds at a doable $99.99. The next day I went to Big Lots in hopes I wasn’t too late. Sure enough, they had plenty in stock and the ‘famous maker’ turned out to be Serta. Well, shoot, if the sheep on TV fear Serta because the public no longer has need to count them (the sheep) in order to go to sleep, that’s enough reason for this little girl to give the brand a shot.
Not only did I make the purchase, but I treated myself to a new set of sheets (in my favorite color, although it doesn’t match my bedding!). I came home excited that, perhaps, I can now get a good night’s sleep. I rolled out the Serta Rest 3” gel memory foam topper and encapsulated it in the accompanying fitted cover (thank you Serta!). I spent the rest of the day washing bedding, including my comforter. I was really looking forward to bedtime! Although, by the looks of my freshly-made bed, I’d need a step stool to get my 5’2” body up on the bed and under the covers! FeaturesUpon reading the instructions (yes, I read the instructions. My name is Shauna, not Shaun!) I was a little disconcerted to discover it may take up to 72 hours for the mattress topper to conform to my bed. I was absolutely delighted when it rolled out flat and fit my bed perfectly! The comfort gods were definitely on my side. In addition to that, I was elated when I read that the gel in the foam is formulated to be cool and regulates itself to your body temperature.
As a post-menopausal woman, I still suffer from night sweats. Well, not really night sweats so much anymore as night heat. That’s another reason I don’t sleep comfortably. I need to have my bedding cold in order to sleep well. It’s a good damn thing I sleep alone; my queen size bed allows me to switch sides when I become too hot – which is another reason I don’t sleep well. By the way, when does that shit end?? Oh, I almost forgot to mention that this product is made in the USA. Way to go, Serta! My rating of this product Do you suffer from back pain? What do you do to alleviate back pain? I take drugs, man! I suffer with it. I exercise and never sit for too long. Nothing yet, but I'm going to try a gel memory foam mattress topper. I prefer to bitch about it. The ResultI’ve only spent two nights on my new set up, but I am tickled to death with the results. I have awakened just once each night - which is a blessing - and I’ve been able to go right back to sleep.
Unfortunately, my body puts out some heat when I’m trying to sleep. Nevertheless, the gel memory foam topper is living up to its promise. The verbiage on the box reads “adds support and comfort – eliminates pressure points”. I can attest to that. In a mere two nights, my pain is at a much lower level. I no longer have to contort my body when I get up from the couch in order to avoid pain in my right hip. Now, if the night heat I still experience would just go bother someone else, I’d be a completely satisfied customer. But that’s not Serta’s problem, is it? If any of you reading this experience discomfort while you sleep for any of the reasons I have mentioned, I highly recommend Serta Rest 3” Gel Memory Foam Mattress Topper. It’s an inexpensive solution to what could turn into an expensive and debilitating problem. Try it and rest easy. I did and I now rest when I sleep. DisclaimerI am neither an employee of, nor have I been compensated by Serta to post this review.
This shows that the manufacturer stands by their product and you’ll be sure to get a really good quality topper at an affordable price. The reviews for the Sleep Innovations Topper is excellent. One guy said that he slept for 8 hours straight the first night he got the topper and that it was the first time in years that he was able to sleep so long uninterrupted. Lots of other people had the same experience with one lady saying she was late for work the next day because she slept right through her alarm. One person did complain saying that the topper was a bit too plush for him and that it was hurting his back while others said that the memory foam combined with the plush fiber was actually helping their back pain a lot. The vast majority of Sleep Innovation mattress topper reviews we found were stellar so we are very confident in recommending this product to you. 2 Exceptional Sheets Plush Bamboo Fitted Mattress Topper Here’s another great option for you to consider if memory foam is not your thing.
The cover is made from natural Bamboo fabric which helps to regulate body temperature while allowing the mattress to cool. It is filled with a special hypoallergenic alternative down cluster fiber called Revoloft. Revoloft goes through an extra engineering process to create balls of fiber that trap air which enables more air flow than any other mattress topper and it allows the topper to keep it’s shape longer. The Hypoallergenic materials are also great for people who suffer from allergies. This mattress topper is perfect if you have a tendency to get hot during the night from memory foam or other foam mattresses. The company is US veteran owned and they offer a no questions asked money back guarantee. We found well over 3000 reviews for this topper online. More than any other topper on the market and they are stellar to say the least. People absolutely love this topper and all say that it is much cooler than the memory foam mattress toppers and also a little bit firmer which some people like.
We found only one somewhat negative review for this mattress topper and that was a lady that washed it and then it shrunk just enough to not fit her mattress anymore. The company immediately sent her a new one and said that if it happens again they will refund her money. This is the kind of service we like to see and recommend to our readers. 3 All Season Down Alternative Mattress Topper If you are looking to spend less on a mattress topper bust still need a quality one then this is the one for you. It costs less than a hundred bucks and have well over 1000 happy customer reviews. It features a 2 inch memory foam pad which is not as fluffy as the thicker ones but a lot of people like that and say that it is still very comfortable. Most of the reviews we found were very positive and from our research this is the best Mattress Topper you’ll find in the budget range. Mattress toppers are made from a number of different materials, so we’re going to look at each type in a little more detail.
Latex foam is a durable and resilient material. It also provides a lot of comfort and support for the person sleeping on it. Natural latex mattress toppers are made of rubber, which comes from the sap of the Para rubber tree. The trees are not harmed when the sap is collected making this type of mattress topper an environmentally friendly product. It’s important to note however that not all latex mattress toppers are 100% natural. So if you’re looking for a natural latex foam mattress topper, make sure you do a little bit of research so you know exactly what you’re getting. Memory foam mattress toppers have become very popular over the last several years. The reason they have become so popular is because they are extremely comfortable. Memory foam is made from polyurethane and is designed with millions of open and spherical cells. This is what gives memory foam its unique properties. The ability of this type of material to compress and flex and then return to its original shape makes it very comfortable.
Memory foam is also a great material for couples. Two people sharing a bed can move independently without disturbing one another because the movements are not transferred across the entire mattress topper. If you sleep with a partner who tosses and turns all night long, a memory foam mattress topper might be just what you’re looking for. Down feathers are very soft and are often used in luxury mattress toppers. Being soft makes them very comfortable. If you like to sleep on a very soft surface, this may be the topper for you. If you want something firm, with a little more support, you’ll want to get a mattress topper made of a different material. One drawback of natural feather mattress toppers is that they will need to be fluffed up on a somewhat regular basis to stop the feathers from clumping together and making the mattress topper lumpy. Wool mattress toppers are very durable and will last for a long time. Wool is also a great insulator and will help keep you nice and warm.
This type of mattress topper is not going to be as comfortable as one made with down feathers or some type of foam however. If you have allergies, you’re going to want to look for a mattress topper that is hypoallergenic. This will normally be clearly marked on the packaging, or on the sales page if you are shopping online. If you are sleeping on a mattress that is not hypoallergenic, a hypoallergenic mattress topper may help alleviate your symptoms without the need to buy a whole new mattress. If you’re buying a foam mattress topper, not all foam is created equal. The quality and density of the materials used will make a big difference in the comfort and durability of the mattress topper. For maximum comfort in a foam mattress topper, most people would go with a 4 pound memory foam. If you want something a little more firm and supportive, a 5 pound memory foam would be a good choice. There are some mattress pads on the market these days that have features that some customers may be interested in.
For example, some mattress toppers are designed to be odor eliminating and act as a protective layer between you and your mattress. There are also some mattress toppers that are designed to prevent bedbugs. If you’re interested in any features other than quality, durable materials, keep those things in mind when you are doing your comparison shopping. When shopping for a new topper, you may want to stick to the brand names. Buying one from a reputable manufacturer gives you the best chance of purchasing a quality product. Of course you should do some comparison shopping online first. Just because a mattress topper costs more doesn’t always mean it’s a better product. Search for a mattress topper made from the material you are interested in, compare the prices of some of the brand name options, and look at customer reviews to see what other people have to say about a particular mattress topper. Look for a mattress topper with a good warranty. A lot of manufacturers will offer a two year warranty on their products and this will also give you some peace of mind when you make your purchase.