The Mattress Expert

Mattress for Polymyalgia

Nancy of Colorado, writes:
Hi, it is time for my husband and I to get a new king mattress. I am 5'2", 110 lbs and have polymyalgia (similar to fibromyalgia) which esp. hits big joints (hips, shoulders). Hubby is 5'8", 190 lbs and has some lower back issues but nothing major. We liked our (now very old) S&F Correct Comfort Regency pillow top.
I was shopping and was surprised to like a Sleeptronic Majestic Eurobox pillowtop. It is an innerspring mattress and the top is a layer of memory foam covered by ...soft stuff. But I don't know about this brand. Is there something similar in a "name" brand? Does this type sound like a good choice? Thanks!

Hi Nancy,
What you find so appealing, is the soft surface. And given your condition, it makes sense.
However, pillowtops and memory foam make up the bulk of the continual stream of complaints. Once the padding compresses, as it is sure to do, it will lose the feel you liked about it. Also, a bed that soft is likely to be too soft for your husband.
You can find name brands with that look and level of softness, but you'll be sorry you bought it. Stay with a basic mattress....something firm enough for your husband's back, then add a soft topper for you. Unlike a soft mattress, the soft topper retains the firm underlying support. It softens only the surface. At your size, you only need the surface to be soft. I would suggest a Sealy Posturepedic Reserve in either a cushion firm or a plush (no pillowtop), then add a soft 2" or 3" latex topper.

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Best mattress for Fibromyalgia

monica of Purling, Ny, writes:
I have fibromyalgia and weigh 215 pounds
What kind of mattress should we get. Where are they located the store to try it out. Albany is the closet site

Hi Monica,
Latex will relieve pressure points and the Sealy SpringFree River Crest ultra plush is the favorite with women. If your fibro condition is advanced and you need a softer surface than that, add a synthetic down comforter top, but don't get a softer mattress.
If you have a Raymour & Flanigan near you, you can see the River Crest there.
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Sealy Posturepedic Preferred Skylands mattress

sue of dimock, writes:
A year ago we purchased a king size Sealy Posturepedic Preferred Skylands mattress. I ended up with the conclusion that I could not sleep on it!I have fibro (from the neck on down), and chronic hip and back pain. I've only slept on this mattress about a dozen times, on and off, over the past year and spend most of my nights sleeping sitting in a chair.Please, what would be a reasonably priced mattress that may be more comfortable for me?I've read some of the posts here pertaining to latex mattress, but most seem to be smaller people.I'm 5'9, 250 lbs, (medical issues have cause a dramatic increase in weight over the past year), my husband is 5"10, 200 lbs.

Hi Sue. That would not have been my first choice for the two of you. The Preferred has the lowest coil count of the line. A step up to the Reserve model would give you better support. You will need a latex topper and possibly a fiber bed to help ease your Fibro. An all latex mattress will be an even better choice. Since there is no steel in those mattresses, there is much less of a pressure point issue. They are more expensive, but the most durable. Most women prefer the Rivercrest, because it gives more at the hip. Men tend to prefer the Beachside, which you can always add a topper to.

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A mattress to help me sleep better

Penny of hebron, writes:
I have hip and knee problems and recently was diagnosed with firbromyalgia. I asm looking for a mattress that will help me sleep better. I don't sleep very well due to tossing and turning all nite to bet comfortable. What would you suggest?Alos what is better laytex or air?

Hi Penny. Latex would be my suggestion. Air doesn't give you any upward support. I have had several customers with fibro in the past and they seem to be happy with the latex. Try the Sealy Springfree Beachside plush and Rivercrest ultra plush mattresses. The Rivercrest will give more at the hip.

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A good topper for fibromyalgia

Gerry of Cleveland, writes:
Hi, I have fibromyalgia and I'm mostly a stomach and side sleeper. I am 5' and weigh around 150 lbs. My husband is 6' and 195 lbs. We currently have a horrible old Queen sized mattress that was given to us. Since we can't afford to buy a new mattress right now, could you recommend a good topper that would give us the best benefit for our money? This is such an important decision for me and my quality of life. Thank you for you help on this!

Hi Gerry. The best toppers available are latex. It doesn't change feel because of body heat and will give you the cushion you need without flattening. Latex is, without a doubt, the most durable material you can get. We have latex toppers. Feel free to give us a call, we can help you with pricing and any other questions you have about it.

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A supportive mattress that is easy on the joints

Laura of Bellmore, writes:
Thank you for your recent response to my question. You were absolutely right about the store I was dealing with. Unfortunately We don't have many options here other than department stores. Do you have any suggestions for a bed that provides good support, but is still easy on the joints. Thanks again for saving us from a $2000 purchase based on a lie.

Hi Laura. At this point, your best bet would be a firm mattress with a latex topper to help with the Fibromyalgia and hip pain. Look at Stearns & Foster and Sealy Posturepedic mattresses. They will give you the best support

Delivery available everywhere in the contiental US.
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You'll find discount pricing on our website: www.ccmattress.com
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"2007 - 2008 Neighbor's Choice Award"

Also available:
Latex Toppers...100% Talalay...US made.
Sealy "SpringFree" Latex Pillows....
Sealy "Pro-Guard" Protection Plus Stain Guard Mattress Pads
Very High quality sheets and comforter

A mattress for fibromyalgia

Laura of Bellmore, writes:
I am having a difficult time shopping for a new mattress. I thought I wanted a pillow top, but what I have learned after reading your blog, is that it probably isn't the right match for me. I have recently been diagnosed with fibromyalgia. I often wake up with hip and neck pain and at least 4 times a year I have severe neck spasms that keep me out of work for 3-4 days. My left hip goes out of allignment on a regular basis. This has been a debilitating condition, and I am hoping the right mattress will alleviate some of my problems. I recently shopped  and considered buying the Kingsdown mattress because they explained that it put little pressure on the body. I also considered the Stearns and Foster Latex Garden Grove mattress. Which would you suggest, or do you have an alternative that would be better? Thanks.

Hi Laura. Did they tell you that the Garden Grove is a latex mattress? Well, it isn't. It has 1.57" of latex. The rest of that 13" mattress is polyurethane foam. Did they mention that? I'd be willing to bet they didn't. Did they tell you that the boxspring under the Kingsdown is very soft? In the 26 years I've been doing this, the only boxspring I've seen totally collapse, was a Kingsdown. Kingsdown is that store profit line, which is why they push it. Do yourself a favor, keep shopping. Your body will tell you what it likes and doesn't like. Listen to it. The best you can hope for is a restful night's sleep. The "right mattress" isn't going to fix any of your problems.

Delivery available everywhere in the contiental US.
NO SALES TAX outside of NJ.
You'll find discount pricing on our website: www.ccmattress.com
Voted "Best Mattress Store in New Jersey"
"2007 - 2008 Neighbor's Choice Award"

Also available:
Latex Toppers...100% Talalay...US made.
Sealy "SpringFree" Latex Pillows....
Sealy "Pro-Guard" Protection Plus Stain Guard Mattress Pads
Very High quality sheets and comforters