Continuous back pain intrudes into every aspect of your daily life, including your sleep, leaving you feeling drained. Did you know that finding the right type of mattress can be your secret weapon against this unwelcome guest? If you spend your nights tossing and turning, battling to find that sweet spot for restful slumber, the sleep specialists at The Bed Shop will guide you through the confusion, giving you the much-needed advice you seek and actionable tips on selecting orthopedic mattresses to give you that restorative and rejuvenating sleep that your mind and body so badly need.
Wake Up Refreshed and Pain-Free with Orthopedic Mattresses
There is a strong possibility that your sleeping position could be the cause of your nightly antics. Before exploring the many virtues of orthopedic mattresses, here are some handy hints to help you get a good night’s rest.
- Practice a Gentle Entry and Exit
Exercise caution when getting in and out of bed. Try to avoid sudden jerky movements or bending at the waist, as this can exacerbate back pain. Take your time. Roll onto your side and use your arms to gently push up, then swing your legs over the side and slowly stand. As much as you are tempted to flop into bed when it’s time to turn in, rather repeat this in reverse.
- Positioning Yourself for Sleep
Sleeping on your back, side, or stomach can impact your joints and back. While deciding on which of our orthopedic mattresses is best for you, we have some tips to help y
ou sleep better.
- Side Sleeper: Nestle a pillow comfortably between your knees and slightly pull your legs towards your chest; this stretches your back and lessens the pressure on your joints.
- Back Sleeper: Try placing a pillow beneath your knees or roll a small towel and position it beneath the natural curve of your back. This will support your spine and alleviate the pressure on your lower back.
- Stomach Sleeper: Avoid sleeping on your stomach if you can, as this position places undue stress on your spine. However, if this is the only way you can drift off to sleep, place a pillow beneath your abdomen to lessen the pressure on your back.
- Cultivate a More Relaxed State of Being
Did you know that stress contributes to insomnia and is also linked to back pain? Instead of self-medicating to get your necessary hours of sleep, give relaxation techniques a go, such as deep breathing or mindfulness. Get in touch with a physical therapist to recommend back-friendly exercises that you can do early in the day to promote overall well-being.
- Get Back to Basics
Do you remember how you used to kick and scream because you had to go to bed at a certain time? Guess what? The tables have turned. To get that elusive sleep you are after, try to establish a set bedtime routine, such as changing into pyjamas and brushing your teeth. Please, no devices to stimulate the brain; you need to switch off.
Why The Bed Shop’s Sleep Solutions Work
After trying all these hacks for a restful night’s slumber and still nothing works, perhaps it’s time to end the confusion and urge you to invest in the only solution: orthopaedic mattresses. What makes these mattresses different from others is years of research into sleep technology and applying that knowledge in the design. During the night, these mattresses effectively distribute body weight, lessening the strain on your spine and painful pressure points.
Proper, natural spinal alignment is paramount when sleeping, and with your mattress bearing the brunt of the weight from your supported neck, back, and hips, you can enjoy pain-free slumber. From maximum support to correct spinal alignment and a healthy posture, investing in an orthopaedic mattress is an investment in your sleep sanctuary.
We would suggest that you use your “lack-of-sleep” time wisely by shopping for orthopedic mattresses online from the comfort of your couch. Simply click on our BedFinder button, let us get to know a little about you and your sleeping habits, and our sleep experts at The Bed Shop will find the perfect bed set for you.
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