The Mattress and Back Pain Connection

Did you know that when we sleep this is the only time that our muscles, ligaments, and tissues have to rest?  Because of this, it is important to maintain a healthy back and the best way to do this is make sure that you are getting quality sleep on a good mattress.   This is even more important when you already have a back injury or spinal disorder. 

Most of us go to bed each night without thinking twice about our back.  We lay down in our bed and we like to be comfortable and relaxed, but the mattress is all that is supporting our muscles and tissues while they relax.  Unfortunately, when we do not have a supportive mattress we end up with a back ache in the morning.  It’s no wonder that many people wake up and want a new bed! 

Choose a Better Position 

An unsupportive or worn out mattress is usually the cause of the back pain, but even if you have a good mattress you might still be in pain.  You need to choose better sleeping positions that will give your body the support that it needs. 

The best position for sleep is flat on your back with a pillow under the knees.  The position is great because it take the pressure off of the back allowing for complete and utter relaxation of all of the tissues. 

Pillows can be your friend when you are sleeping. If you tend to sleep on your side, you should place a pillow between your legs.  This will help to take pressure off of the hips and the spines.  If you sleep on your stomach you should place a small pillow under the stomach and hips to avoid placing undo pressure on the lower back. 

If you find that you have a lot of pain when you are standing or lying flat, you might want to consider purchasing an adjustable bed.  These beds allow for you to elevate the head and the knees.  For some people just sleeping in an adjustable chair is a great way to deal with the pain short term until you can get an adjustable pain. 

Choosing a Mattress for Back Pain Relief 

If your mattress sags or has lumps or if you are waking up every morning with a sore back, it is a good indication that it is time for a new mattress!  A mattress with good support will not leave you hurting in the morning.  Finding a mattress that is specifically for back pain relief is not as simple as you might think. 

You will need to try different models and see which one appeals to you most.  Do your research and ask questions, don’t be afraid to ask for a free 30 day trial, as many companies will do this for you so you are sure that you have purchased the right mattress for your back pain relief needs. 

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