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ShareFinding the best mattress for your back, a guest post from Jennifer McBride 
Even though most people do not realize this, sleep is crucial for our body. If you are suffering from various back issues, this is the part of that day that helps you regenerate your cells. First and foremost, you are able to put your body at easy and relax those strained muscles. However, without a good mattress, this is almost impossible. By choosing the right mattress, you are able to find the proper support for your spine that will help you deal with your pain and efficiently treat any issues over the course of time.
Here is a quick list of all the popular mattresses, their advantages and disadvantage as well as how they impact your back.
Mattresses with springs
This type of mattress is the oldest and the most popular type in the world. However, nowadays, there is a lot of concern when it comes to them. Experts believe that springs can have a very bad impact on your back.
Advantages
“¢ Good support to every part of the body
“¢ They last for a long time
“¢ Easy to ventilate
“¢ Comfortable
“¢ You can get it at a good price
Disadvantages
“¢ Potential health hazard
“¢ Low protection from microorganisms
Memory foam mattresses
Second most popular type of mattress, they are made from special foam characterized by elasticity, softness and anti-allergic properties.
Advantages
“¢ Adapt to your body type
“¢ Good transfer of body weight
“¢ Reduce pressure on spine
“¢ Good protection from microorganisms
“¢ You can get it at a good price
Disadvantages
“¢ They do not last long
“¢ Hard to ventilate
“¢ Heating over time
“¢ Memory foam is not a natural material
“¢ Bad for people suffering from hot flashes
Gel Mattresses
These mattresses appeared on the market just recently. They were primarily created for use in hospitals because the substance is very flexible, sterile, and elastic and it can absorb a lot of pressure. It gives a good support to spine and it is very soft at the same time. People with back issues use it regularly given that it is superior to latex and memory foam. Have in mind that a mattress cannot consist only of gel. This is why manufacturers combine it with springs and memory foam. If you are suffering from neck, spine or back pain, this is just the thing for you.
Advantages
“¢ Antibacterial and antiseptic properties
“¢ Adapt to your body type
“¢ Relieves pressure to spine
“¢ Great for back pain
“¢ They last for a long time
Disadvantages
“¢ Very high price
“¢ Unusual sensation during sleep
“¢ Some types of gel are very hard so some mattresses may be too hard for you.
Latex mattresses
Latex is a soft and nice sponge made from caoutchouc. They became very popular due to their high elasticity, incredible longevity and excellent hygienic properties. Also, you can clean mattress very easily. If you don”™t know how to maintain your mattress, read this ultimate guide.
There is also synthetic latex and some types of mattresses are made from mixture of natural and synthetic latex. Two technologies are used when processing latex: Talalay and Dunlop. Talalay mattresses are a bit softer and more elastic while Dunlop is great for those who prefer harder mattress with a good back support.
Advantages
“¢ Good transfer of body weight
“¢ Gives optimal support and comfort
“¢ Latex is a natural material
“¢ Good protection from microorganisms
“¢ They last for a long time
“¢ It can easily regulate air and humidity
Disadvantages
“¢ Very high price
Multi zone mattress
Mattress may have several zones. These products are meant to support your entire body, adapting to each of its parts. These zones are shaped in a way so that the entire body gets a proper support. Also, the biggest focus of these mattresses is the spine.
Final tips
Nowadays, most of the mattresses are made from different materials. Even if you know what you are looking for, you might get something that won”™t help your back pain. For example, a mattress may have a gel core but it has several additional layers of foam. Although you may think that this mattress is just the thing for your back (given that it is advertised as gel mattress) it may prove to be useless. This is why you have to be very careful when purchasing. Put your trust into companies with a good reputation.
Gel is considered as the best material for back ache. However, have in mind that this is all subjective. Mattress needs to adapt to your body type and help with a particular issue. Before you make a purchase, make sure to try out the mattress and see how it works for you.
Price doesn”™t always reflect quality of the mattress. Compare prices before shopping. Also, ask your doctor for an opinion. Together with manufacturer, you can get just the thing to support a particular part of your body.
Finally, you should change your mattress as soon as it stops being comfortable. People who have back issues shouldn”™t be stingy when it comes to this.
Short bio: Jennifer McBride is a content copywriter and mattress expert at Mattress Insider. She’s keen on everything related to mattresses and loves writing tips that help you choose your mattress and keep it clean and hygienic.