Best Mattress for a Bad Back

There’s nothing worse than not being able to sleep due to bad back pain. Millions of people around the world suffer with backache as a result of sitting behind a desk all day at work or due to standing for long hours at a time. What a lot of people don’t realise is that sleeping on a poor quality mattress can not only worsen back pain, but also be the cause of it.

A good mattress should allow the spine to rest in its natural position and offer the sensitive areas around your body sufficient support. Sleeping on the wrong type of surface however can often cause your body to lie in an uneven position, which can result in an increase of pressure on your body. Subsequently this can prevent you from feeling fully relaxed.

If you are experiencing back pain, the best form of mattress to purchase is a high quality memory foam mattress, as they have the ability to conform to your body to give it the support it needs. Memory foam will also help keep your spine correctly aligned whether you sleep on your back, stomach or side. In addition, blood circulation will be increased, allowing you to enjoy a restful night’s sleep by reducing the need to toss and turn.

To make your current mattress more comfortable you could also invest in a topper. Do keep in mind though that these will only benefit you if your current mattress is in a good condition and should not be used to revive an old mattress.

If your sleeping surface is no longer giving your body the support it needs, it may very well be time to invest in a new one. It is very important to ensure you try out a variety of mattresses and find the one best suited to your individual needs to ensure that you get the perfect night’s sleep.

At Smiths our team of sales experts are on hand to talk you through our range of mattresses, which include top brands such as Tempur, Harrison, Dunlopillo and more.