Tammie writes:
Hip pain and air mattress
My husband and I are in search of a new matress. I have researched and
researched and I just as confused as ever. I am looking at the
Myergobed.com and the air-pedic mattresses. the reason being,We are both
slightly over weight, have extreme lowerback pain, and when I sleep I am a
side sleeper, but the pain in both of hips makes this impossible. that said I
thought these two options allowed for the most adjustability for each of us.
He needs a firmer mattress, I need a softer side for my hip, but the flexability
for the middle support for my lower back. Can you verify if either of these are
good options or if there is a better option out there that have not found? We
currently have an innerspring with a memory foam topper and this has not helped,
in fact the mattress has begun to sink in the center causing a nesting hole that
we end up falling into.... while it sesm funny, it really is painful. I sure hope you
can help. Tammie
Hi Tammie,
An air mattress for anyone provides poor spinal support. For an over weight person already suffering from back pain, it's a total disaster waiting to happen.
You will hammock in an air mattress and your back problems will increase in intensity.
Having a miriad of my own back problems, I too thought that an adjustable bed would be a good thing. I had one for years. And while it made the bedroom a great place to hang out, it did little to relieve any back pain. The problem that it created was a spot in the mattress that worn early...the spot where all your weight concentrates to once the bed is cranked up. Being over weight, myself, this exacerbated the problem...at that spot on the mattress.
A good firm mattress that will remain firm and a comfortable sleeping surface that won't lose its shape is the key for you.
Here is are links to a mattress and to a removable latex pillowtop. Together, they do a great job of providing long lasting support and comfort.
Thanks, Pete
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