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| Choosing Mattress for Low Back Pain | 5. Know when it’s time to get a new mattress.
In case an old mattress sags noticeably in the middle or if the patient is no longer sleeping comfortably on the mattress, it is probably time to buy a new one. Sticking boards under a sagging mattress is only a short-term fix and may cause more back problems and low back pain at the end. If the old mattress is still comfortable for the patient, he or she may decide to wait before buying a new one.
6. Shop for the best value and quality of the mattress rather than for price.
Getting a high-class mattress is typically worth the funds, bearing in mind the effect a mattress can have on low back pain and sleep comfort. On the whole mattresses with more coils and thicker padding are likely to be higher quality and more costly as well. Though, a higher price is no guarantee that the mattress is more comfortable or more supportive than a less expensive mattress. Mattress shops often have sales and promotions, so it may get back to comparison-shop for the best price after finding the right mattress.
7. Be aware of mattress advertising gimmicks.
Asserts that a mattress is “orthopedic” or “medically-approved” should be viewed suspiciously. There has not been general medical research or controlled clinical trials on the topic of mattresses and low back pain. Some certain patient must decide whether or not extra features on a mattress make it more comfortable or supportive for the back.
8. Give the mattress a test-run before buying.
You should try sleeping on different makes and models in hotels or at other people’s homes before going to a mattress store. While shopping at the store, shoppers should lay on the mattress with their shoes off for several minutes to decide if it is a good fit. In case two people will be sleeping on the mattress, both should test it at the same time to make certain they have enough space and are both comfortable on the same style of mattress. Testing a multiplicity of mattresses is necessary since mattress companies use different ratings of firmness and padding.
9. Purchase mattresses from stores and companies that are trustworthy.
Think about the customer service offered by the mattress store, such as delivery options, warranty, removal of old mattresses and especially the store’s return policy. Try to find mattress stores where customers can return a mattress if they are not satisfied with the quality or comfort after sleeping on it for a significant amount of time.
10. Take good care of the new mattress.
Change the position their mattress every six months to make certain that the mattress is uniformly worn. This takes in rotating 180 degrees and flipping the mattress lengthways frequently. It is highly recommended to put a mattress on a box spring that is not made to go with the mattress may reduce the life of the new mattress.
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