How Firm A Mattress Should You Get? It Depends On Your Sleeping Position

How Firm A Mattress Should You Get? It Depends On Your Sleeping Position

Sleep is essential in keeping your body and mental health in good condition.

Lack of sleep can lead to various health problems as well as mental distress, such as anxiety and depression. With that said, it is crucial to find ways to sleep better throughout the night. One of the best methods to achieve a sound and peaceful sleep is to find the right mattress.

While the mattress construction is a very important factor when choosing a bed, there are other elements you need to consider. For one, you must pay attention to your sleeping style or position. This article will discuss the most common sleeping positions and the best mattress for a specific sleeping style.

Stomach Sleeper

This sleeping style involves lying on your stomach.

You usually wrap your hands around a pillow and your head is turned to one side. Based on studies, this position is good for digestion. But for this sleep position to be comfortable, you will need to have a firm or stiffer mattress. This type of cushion will keep your body afloat instead of letting your body sink into the foam.

When sleeping on your stomach, your body will need proper support to keep your spine properly aligned. Due to improper mattress, stomach sleepers may have back problems which prompted them to sleep in this position where the spine alignment is at its most minimal. It is advisable to consider using an innerspring mattress, preferably one that is firm.

Side Sleeper

This position involves sleeping on your side, usually with your arms out in front. This is a common sleeping position, and the most recommended by many sleep experts.

Lying on your side can help address certain problems associated with acid reflux disease as well as sleep apnea. Unfortunately, this position can leave you with pressure points around your hip and shoulder.

To avoid tossing and turning at night due to the pain from pressure points, you need to find a mattress that won’t inflict too much stress on your shoulder and hip. This means finding a mattress that is slightly softer. Choose a cushion that allows your body to sink a little into it.

A softer cushion will contour to your body’s natural curve and can keep your spine properly aligned. As a tip, you can use either of the following: a pocketed coil mattress, a latex foam mattress, or a memory foam mattress.

Back Sleeper

This position involves sleeping on your back.

Based on research, those who sleep in this position are more prone to snoring and may have difficulty breathing. If you prefer to sleep in this position, you need to choose a mattress that will provide you with proper support, one which will not constrict your airway.

With that said, it is advisable to avoid purchasing a stiff spring mattress since this type of cushion will only push against your spine; thus, it won’t provide you with the right support. You need to find a mattress that provides a proper balance of support and comfort. You can consider using a medium-firm innerspring mattress.

Combination Of All Positions

Most people do not fall into certain sleeping styles.

If you in several positions during the night, you will need to choose a mattress that will suit your preferences.

Remember that sleeping in different positions means that there will be a lot of movement in the bed. As a tip, you can try using a mattress that is neither too stiff – when you are sleeping on your side, nor too soft- when you’re sleeping on your stomach.

You might find that an innerspring pocket coil mattress or a latex foam mattress is highly comfortable.


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