A mattress is the most important and used furniture in any home. They give us rest from a hard day’s work and we lay on them to re-energized for the next day. But what about when your mattress is no longer the right fit or worn out? It can cause back pain, body discomfort, and restless sleep. Your mattress needs to be supportive in order to reach optimum rest. If you are experiencing back pain and disturbed sleep, it’s time to replace your beloved mattress.

Today, we’ll briefly talk about the best types of mattresses that are great in alleviating back pain:

1. Innerspring mattress
These are the standard mattresses that are generally found in homes. Innerspring mattresses are supported by a steel coil system and the type of springs used may vary in design, type, and quantity. Typically, these types of mattresses are the best option for those who like their mattresses firm. The more coils and the thicker they are, the more support they provide. If you are concerned with body pressure (when the mattress pushes back against your body), look for innerspring mattresses that have individually wrapped titanium or steel coils. These types of mattresses allow for better body contouring and lessen the transfer of motion. They are ideal for back and stomach sleepers. Because air is found throughout and in between the coils in this type of mattress, this is the best type of mattress to sleep on for those who like to sleep in cooler temperatures.

2. Memory foam mattress
This kind of mattress has been gaining in popularity and are can also be found in many homes today. These are typically associated with a higher price tag, but with good reason. In general, this type of mattress is made of polyurethane, which in addition to other chemicals, create the varieties of memory foam available today. Although memory foam mattresses can be firm, they offer a different kind of firmness, one that gives the user a sinking feeling. While some like that feeling of sinking into the bed, others may feel constricted. However, this type of mattress offers better body contouring by effectively distributing body weight evenly, allowing less tossing and turning. As for back pain, this type of mattress does not push back against the body and can reduce pressure points that lead to back pain. This type is ideal for side sleepers and for those who like to feel warm.

These are only the two best types of mattresses for back pain. Whether you are looking to upgrade your current mattress or to get a better night’s sleep, there are many types of mattresses to choose from with a combination of materials to suit your specific needs. If back pain persists, it is suggested to contact your healthcare professional to seek the source of the back pain and to obtain additional recommendations.