Arthritis refers to inflammation of the joints. People may find that the discomfort or pain associated with arthritis can prevent them from falling and staying asleep. Finding the best mattress for arthritis that relieves joint pressure while being comfortable and supporting the body will ensure restful sleep.
Finding the best mattress for arthritis may allow people suffering from arthritis to reach optimal sleep quality and comfort. However, it is also essential for people to maintain their mattress quality and replace it when it starts to show signs of deterioration, as an aged and uncomfortable mattress can adversely impact a person’s capability to sleep.
This short article will discuss what people should look for to find the best mattress for arthritis and offer options for people with arthritis to consider.
Arthritis usually impacts the tissues surrounding joints, joints and other connective tissues. Arthritis generally involves pain, stiffness, aching and swelling in and around the joints. According to the NHS, around 10 million people have arthritis.
There are different types of arthritis, and many are associated with sleep disruptions; these include:
There is no specific mattress for arthritis as there is not much research exploring the mattress types, structure and materials and how they can impact people with arthritis. However, data from our customers who suffer from arthritis found that the sleep position and mattress feel may negatively or positively affect a person’s spine-related discomfort. Therefore, a person should evaluate areas of the body that need extra support and look for mattresses that match their needs. The mattresses on this page have scored the highest scores for comfort and support and are our best mattresses for arthritis.
Our data shows that a medium-feel mattress promotes sleep comfort, quality, and spinal alignment for people with arthritis (people’s preferences may vary). However, the feel of a mattress can be tricky to discuss as there is a difference between a mattress’s feel, which gives comfort and spring tension that provides support.
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The best mattresses for hip pain are those that are soft enough to provide comfort but offer enough support to the back, shoulders, stomach, and hips.
If you sleep on your side or your back, a medium-feel memory foam mattress will provide adequate support to keep your spine straight and help relieve hip pain. But if you sleep on your stomach, a medium-feel pocket-sprung mattress will be best mattresses for hip pain.
Memory foam is a good comfort layer in a mattress for arthritis as foam adapts to the body, providing cushioning while supporting body weight.
According to the arthritis foundation, those with the disease should:
Good quality sleep is vital for health. Unfortunately, experiencing joint pain due to arthritis can make it challenging to get comfortable and can disrupt sleep. It is essential for people with arthritis to ensure their mattress avoids putting excessive pressure on their joints, supports the body and helps keep the spine aligned. It is also essential to maintain the mattress quality and change it when it shows signs of deterioration, as this can cause additional joint pain.
Our mattress experts have vast experience in everything to do with sleep products and mattresses. Send an email to sales@winstonsbeds.com or call us at 01612509200 with your questions and we’ll assist you in finding what you’re looking for.
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