How to Look for a Mattress Set for Back & Neck Problems

A good mattress is important to help you get a good night's sleep and reduce back and neck pain. The wrong mattress can increase pain and stiffness, according to Spine-Health.com. When you are shopping for a new mattress, you may feel that picking the best mattress for your specific condition is a bit of a dice toss. Think about the type of mattress, its foundation, firmness and durability when you go shopping. Then of course there is your comfort level to consider before buying a new mattress set.

Instructions

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  Talk to your doctor and ask for suggestions about the type of mattress that provides your back and neck with the right amount of support. There is no one mattress that will cure back pain or is the "best" for each person. Comfort is based on personal preferences.

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  Go to a store and "test drive" as many mattresses as you can. While some people enjoy softer mattresses, others prefer more stiff sets. Ask for models have a high coil count or other support mechanism that supports the various sections of your body.

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  Sit at the edge of the mattress and see how your weight is supported as you go down. Getting in and out of bed can create just as much pain as sleeping. Make sure you are supported getting in and out of bed.

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  Roll into the mattress and feel how it supports your body. Lay there for a few minutes to see if you are becoming stiff while remaining in the same position. If you are, this is a sign that this mattress is not good for you.

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  Roll around the bed, adjusting your position and test the level of support in each position. Try to mimic your sleeping position as much as possible as well as several other positions, like sitting up and reading.

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  Repeat Steps 3 through 5 for each mattress set you are testing.

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  Check the price and durability of the mattress set to make sure it is in your price range and is a quality mattress that should last for years.