What position do you usually sleep in? And how do you feel when you wake up?
The answers to these questions might indicate which type of mattress is most comfortable for you. That’s because different body parts require additional support to preserve spinal alignment, depending on how you sleep. As a result, it’s important to purchase a mattress that fits your sleeping posture.
Back Sleepers
Back sleepers tend to experience more lower back pain than side or stomach sleepers. A mattress that is too soft may cause the torso to sink in deeper than the upper back and lower body, causing tension. A firm mattress will not support the mild curve in the lower back and can lead to pain. As a result, back sleepers benefit from a medium-firm to firm mattress with mild to moderate contouring.
Side Sleepers
Side sleepers should select a mattress that can provide support across the shoulders and hips. If the mattress is too soft or hard, it could cause misalignment and pain. Side sleepers are most comfortable on a mattress with a firm to medium support.
Stomach Sleepers
People who sleep on their stomachs, like back sleepers, place a high degree of stress on their lumbar spines. They are most comfortable sleeping on a firm mattress that keeps them from forming a U shape while resting face-down on the mattress.
Combination Sleepers
Combination sleepers move around often throughout the night and, thus, benefit from a responsive mattress. A medium-firm surface makes it easy to move on the bed, so search for one of those.
Different Mattress Types
When you start shopping for a new mattress, you might be surprised by the variety of options available. To make your search easier, consider the different types.
There are five main types of mattresses: foam, innerspring, hybrid, latex, and airbed. Innerspring mattresses are the most common and have been around for a long time. But other types of mattresses have grown in popularity in recent years.
Newer mattresses have gained popularity because they offer a more varied performance than traditional ones. Thanks to the Internet, these newer kinds of mattresses have become more affordable and available
