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Back Pain Mattress
Memory foam mattresses are gaining popularity as their technology becomes more affordable and well known. Not only are there full mattress sets available, but also component parts designed to be added to existing sleep equipment. Popular additions are memory foam mattress toppers, wedge shaped lumbar pillows, and ergonomically curved cervical pillows. How to Choose a Back Pain MattressThe most important quality to look for in a mattress is pure comfort. If it does not feel good to you, then you will not sleep well on it. Try to find one that offers good support, but not too firm. If the mattress is too hard, it will cause stiffness and muscle soreness. Try out several models and do not just sit on them. This is a big purchase, so take your time. Shop around and really lie down on each mattress in several positions before buying.Recommendations for an Back Pain MattressPersonally, I use a traditional inner-spring set from Sealy. It is medium firmness and I have a 4” memory foam topper on it. I find it is just right for me. Not too soft… not too hard…just right. I used to use memory foam cervical pillows, but I realized they never helped my back and were really not very comfy. I switched to regular poly filled, once again in medium firmness. I do like a pillow between my knees, but more for comfort than for back care.I think a good quality mattress is important, whether or not you have a bad back. Invest in quality and care for your mattress. Buy good pillows and use them to get a good sleep. If you can’t sleep well, you will suffer from chronic crankiness in addition to your back pain.
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