The Mattress Expert

Best mattress to relieve back pain from herniated discs.

Elizabeth writes:

Hi Pete,

I am helping a friend with two herniated discs to find the best mattress to help relieve his back pain.

The herniated disk are at T5-6 and T8-9. He is 5'6' and approximately 160 lbs., (give or take). 

He has been looking into Tempurpedic beds.

What type of mattress would you recommend? A soft or hard mattress? 

Are there any brands that are better than other?

Any help or recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you for your time, Elizabeth

 

Hi Elizabeth,

An all foam mattress, and memory foam in particular, will only increase his back pain.

He's being taken in by the hype surrounding that kind of mattress...and none of it is true, for long.

Memory foam is the worse type of upholstery material ever invented.

It wears quickly and off gasses the toxic chemicals from which memory foam is made.

A mattress with an individually pocketed coil system, will provide contouring "UPWARD" pushback support against his spine for proper support of his herniated discs.

(Any all foam mattress provides no upward support).

The best of what we carry, is the Natura of Canada Greenspring line of mattresses.

These mattresses provide the highest coil count....strong coils that are double tempered...and upholstered with natural latex.

Latex is and has been the best upholstery material for the last 100 years. (Most comfortable and most durable).

 

My wife and I have one of these at home. 

I have lots of disc problems, including herniated discs.

Despite all that, I sleep and wake without back pain...thanks to the mattress.

Of their 4 models, the Ultra Plush is the most comfortable.

Here's a link to those mattresses:

https://themattressexpert.com/natura-greenspring-pocketed-coil-mattresses/

 

 

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A mattress for a side sleeper with arthritis and back pain.

Susan writes:

Hi Pete,

I am a side sleeper with arthritis and back pain. 

I have been waking up sore all over. 

I know it is time for a new mattress and do not like a very firm mattress.  

I read about your all latex mattresses. Would those be right for me?  

I have a platform bed and have not been using a box spring but can if it is required. 

I'm 5'2" @ 170 lbs. Can you advise me?

Thanks, Susan

 

Hi Susan,

A box spring is not necessary with a platform bed.

While Latex is the most resilient of all the foams, not all foam mattress provides the pushback support needed to relieve chronic back pain.

 

The Williams Oxford Mattress in Plush, with individually pocketed coil mattress will relieve your back pain.

it provides contouring, pushback support against your back that maintains the natural alignment of your spine.

The Organic Latex upholstery provides long lasting comfort and relief for arthritis pain.

Click on this link to view specifications and pricing:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/the-williams-mattress-co/

 

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Back aches on a new Simmons Beautyrest Mattress.

Mike writes:

Pete,

My wife and I purchased a Queen size Simmons Beautyrest PressureSmart 2.0 Plush Pillow Top mattress from Mattress Firm this past April.  

We started having back aches after about 60 days and thought it was due to our exercise, age and outdoor activities. 

We are still dealing with the back pains and believe it has to be the mattress.  

The mattress is no longer within the 120 day guarantee.

We have finally decided it is time to change.  

Can you recommend a good mattress for us.

My wife is 5’4” 130lbs and I am 5’8” 160lbs.  

We both in good shape in our late 50’s and exercise daily.  

P.S. our last mattress we had for 15yrs and we never had an ache.  

Can’t remember what the brand was.

Thank you for your help!!

Mike

 

Hi Mike,

The problem with your mattress is the memory foam upholstery.

Simmons was sold in 2016 to an investment group that also bought Serta.

Memory foam is used to cause mattresses to need frequent replacing, which has enhanced profits for those making it and selling it.

Contrary to all the hype, memory foam is the absolute worst upholstery material ever invented…from a consumer’s standpoint.

 

To relieve chronic back pain, you need a mattress using an individually pocketed coil system, which provides firm contouring support, which maintains the natural alignment of the body and spine….without memory foam upholstery.

 

Pure, durable and comfortable Latex is and has been the best…most comfortable and longest lasting upholstery material for the last 100 years.

 

We carry a line of mattresses from The Williams Mattress Co.

These use a stronger version of the pocketed coils in the Beautyrest and uses pure, hypoallergenic latex upholstery.

There are 3 models in the line, becoming more comfortable with each higher model.

Shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/the-williams-mattress-co/

 

As you can see, they’re rather pricey.

We are planning a new years sale, which will dramatically lower those prices.

Queen size sale prices for York $2449, Oxford $2869, Bristol $3429.

These come in your choice of: Firm, Plush or Dual Comfort.

 

The prices include White Glove Delivery, setup in your bedroom and removal of all packaging materials.

Or you can opt for FedEx shipping to the front door for an additional $100 reduction.

Delivery takes approximately 2 weeks.

 

You can order by phone and get those sale prices now.

When you call, leave a message and I’ll return your call.

 

These mattresses are designed to remain supportive and comfortable for 20 years.

 

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

 

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Back Pain on a sagging Simmons Beautyrest Black Mattress

Hi Pete,

I bought a Simmons Beautyrest Black Luxury Firm mattress a few years ago.

It has sagged and offers no support.  

I've been having hip and lower back pain since purchasing this mattress.  

I need support and comfort.    

I have made many poor choices buying mattresses and want to make a smart decision that will give me years of satisfaction.

Many thanks for you time!

Katharine

 

Hi Katharine,

The problem you've been facing is the poor performance of the upholstery layers in today's mattresses.

All that memory foam feels fine when new, but doesn't keep its shape, comfort, or support for very long.

This problem exists for most mattresses made over the last several years.

I'm recommending the same mattress my wife and I sleep on at home.

This provides the same type of support as in the Simmons Beautyrest, but better.

The coil count is higher and the coils are stronger in the Natura of Canada Greenspring line of mattresses.

What's more, the upholstery is Natural Talalay Latex...and contains NO Memory Foam.

I have a very bad back, but this mattress allows me to sleep and wake without back pain.

My wife and I weigh more than 200 lbs., each. 

Yet, our mattress has remained in like new condition during the 9+ years we've been sleeping on it.

Of the four model in the Natura of Canada Greenspring line, the Ultra Plush is the most comfortable.

The Ultra Plush model is the one we have at home.

Click on this link to view that line of mattress.

Click on each model to view specifications and prices.

https://themattressexpert.com/natura-greenspring-pocketed-coil-mattresses/

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Thanks, Pete 

 

 

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A Mattress for Back Pain from DDD.

Ellen writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I am in the market to replace my ancient queen mattress/box springs but am dealing with a couple of issues:

1) Husband and I are around 200 lbs but are around the same height. We are both side sleepers.

2) I have back pain due to DDD, degenerated disc disease.

I suppose I am looking for something of quality, (resistant to sagging), that will address the pain issues.

Neither of us likes a soft mattress.

Natura of Canada Greenspring looks like a good choice, but which model?

Thanks, Ellen

 

Hi Ellen,

One of our most frequently recommendations will also suit the two of you...as it has, the two of us.

My wife and I are, each, over 200 lbs.

I, too, have DDD along with herniated and bulging discs.

I sleep and wake with no back pain.

Our Natura of Canada Greenspring Mattress is more than 9 years old and still in like new condition.

The quality of these mattresses is very high and all are firmer than their firmness designation.

We have the Ultra Plush, which is nowhere near as soft as it sounds.

This it your best choice for side sleepers.

Here is a link to that line of mattresses:

https://themattressexpert.com/natura-greenspring-pocketed-coil-mattresses/

 

This mattress comes with white glove delivery.

Delivery includes setup in your bedroom and removal of all packaging materials.

Delivery is Free

 

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

 

A waterproof mattress protector will extend the life of any mattress, keeping it clean and dry.

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Back Pain on a Tempur-Pedic Mattress.

Bob writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I've been reading a lot of your sage advice since buying our Tempur-Pedic Mattress.

Shortly after our exchange period expired, my wife and I started having back pain on this mattress.

This problem sent me to the internet, which is where I found you.

 

We took the advice you posted and flipped our Tempur-Pedic Mattress.

You were right as rain! The back pain went away, and the flip side of the mattress is too firm for comfort.

We added the comforter we have, which helped. But I can see that this is not a long term solution.

Already we're having to fluff it up on a daily basis. 

 

I'm ready to order one of your latex mattress toppers.

Which one do you recommend?

We are, both, average size people.

Thanks, Bob

 

Hi Bob,

Thank you for taking the time to read the information on the blog.

To maximize you surface comfort, and for people of your sizes, I recommend: 

The 3" Extra Soft Organic Latex Mattress Topper from Suite Sleep.

Latex is amazingly comfortable...providing the feeling that you're floating.

Click on this link to view that topper. You can order securely online. 

https://themattressexpert.com/latex-toppers/suite-sleep-toppers/

 

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The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress has caught my eye.

Helen writes:

 

Hi Pete,

My husband and I plan on purchasing a new mattress within the next couple of months. 

He is 6’ weighs around 200 lbs. I’m 5’7 weighing 240lbs.

We are both side sleepers and prefer an extremely firm mattress with me wanting a little cushion!   

I need something that sleeps “cool”.  

Also, he has back/neck issues and I have just gone through knee replacement.

The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress has caught my eye.

However, I want to make sure that we choose the right mattress!

Respectfully, Helen

 

Hi Helen,

My wife and I are the same weights as you and your husband…a little shorter.

We have the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress at home.

It is as you describe wanting…firm with a bit of cushion.

It isn’t too soft by anyone’s standards.

In fact, we had to add a softer latex topper to ours for my wife’s sensitive hip.

 

Our mattress is 9+ years old and still in like new condition.

I have a very bad back, but sleep and wake without back pain.

I believe it’s the right choice for you, as well.

The matching foundation comes 5” or 9” high, so you’ll want to take a measurement before placing your order. 

The mattress is 13.5” thick.

 

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

You can also place your order through this same link.

https://themattressexpert.com/liberty-ultra-plush/

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Thanks, Pete 

 

 

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Back Pain on a New Simmons Beautyrest Mattress.

Robin writes:

Hi Pete,

We recently replaced our old Simmons Beautyrest mattress, which we loved, with a new one.

We fully expected to experience the same level of satisfaction with this new mattress.

Unfortunately, quite the opposite has happened.

Almost immediately after the comfort guarantee time limit was over, we began experiencing back pain.

We didn't have back pain from our old Beautyrest.

The store where we bought it is no help. They say that the minor body impressions fall within normal range.

But, when we're in the mattress, we sink pretty far into it. 

We contacted Simmons about this. Frankly, nobody seems to care.

 

My next step was to research this, which I should have done prior, but didn't know I had to until now.

That's when I found your informative blog. Per what I read there; I checked the label on our mattress. 

You are correct. The upholstery material is memory foam.

I also learned that Simmons has changed hands.

I can't tell you how disappointed we are with the quality of this mattress.

 

My husband and I are not light weight people...not too heavy either.

We want quality and see that you sleep on the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress.

Is this something you'd recommended for us?

We want a mattress that's comfortable, but not too soft.

Thanks in advance, Robin

 

Hi Robin,

It is the memory foam in your mattress that is causing your back pain.

Memory foam softens as it warms from your body heat....allowing you to sink so far as to throw off the natural alignment of your spine.

 

The Natura of Canada Greenspring is one of the highest quality line of mattresses we could find while shopping at the industry trade shows. Their Ultra Plush model is the most comfortable in that line, without being too soft.

Natural Latex is the most resilient upholstery material available. It does not allow you to sink.

The individually pocketed coil system, while similar to that used in the Simmons Beautyrests, is stronger.

The coil count is greater and the coils are made of double tempered steel.

The coils in a Beautyrest are made of raw steel, not tempered at all.

 

The latex upholstery is the antithesis to memory foam...the best compared to the worst.

Memory foam is specifically designed to cause a mattress to need frequent replacing.

Memory foam sleeps hot and off gasses the toxic chemical from which it's made.

Natural latex is and has been the best upholstery material for the past 100 years.

It does not sleep hot and retains its shape and comfort over many years...and, there are no toxins.

 

My wife and I sleep on this mattress. We are heavy people, each over 200 lbs.

Our mattress is 9+ years old and still in like new condition...just to give you an idea of how well this mattress holds up.

What's more, I have a very bad back...I sleep and wake with NO Back Pain!

We sell a lot of this particular model and get the same results for all of our customers...NO More Back Pain!

 

The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress comes with our highest recommendation.

You will love the feel of this mattress and the great night's sleep it provides for many, many years.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

https://themattressexpert.com/liberty-ultra-plush/

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Thanks, Pete 

 

 

A waterproof mattress protector will extend the life of any mattress, keeping it clean and dry.

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Terrible back ache on a memory foam-dominant Serta hybrid mattress.

Tim writes:

 

Hi Pete,

Us: side sleepers, 155 and 125 lbs. Prefer firmer supportive beds, hate the feeling of sag, and have had mediums with a softer pillow-top. 

They've always been a tad soft, and with time low back pain has become a problem as our mattress aged. 

Recently, we got a memory foam-dominant Serta hybrid mattress. 

Typical story... felt great in the store, then terrible back ache for me half through the night. No good.

Recommendations?

Thanks, Tim

 

Hi Tim,

Everything else is much better than memory foam…even the polyurethane foam that had been the primary foam prior to the introduction of memory foam.

Everyone's body needs, basically, the same thing…firm contouring support and a comfortable sleeping surface.

When your plush mattress is made plush with memory foam, you sink in too far.

When it’s made plush with poly or latex foams, you’re cushioned, but don’t sink.

 

At your sizes, you don't need to spend a lot of money.

Your best buy is the Wolf Tulah Luxury Plush Eurtop Mattress

This mattress provides excellent support, comfort and longevity.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/wolf-mattress-2/tulah-luxury-plush-eurotop/

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Thanks, Pete 

 

 

A waterproof mattress protector will extend the life of any mattress, keeping it clean and dry.

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A Latex Topper for a Tempur-Pedic Mattress that's causing back & hip pain.

Nancy writes:

 

Hi Pete, 

I saw the article about the Tempur-Pedic Mattress causing back & hip pain. 

I have chronic back pain & hip pain, and I would like to try flipping my Tempur-Pedic mattress & putting the EverEden Latex Topper, that you recommended, on it. But, I can’t find it. 

 

Can I really flip my Tempur Pedic mattress over? Everywhere I look it says it doesn’t need to be flipped. 

But you are saying a Tempur-Pedic mattress can be flipped & add a latex topper and it will be ok?

Can you provide a link for it? 

Thanks, Nancy

 

Hi Nancy,

EverEden switched to memory foam from latex during the pandemic when supply lines for latex were disrupted. 

Flipping your mattress and adding a latex topper will be better than ok.

The memory foam that’s causing your pain is only on the top of your mattress.

The flip side is high density poly foam that’s too firm to sleep on comfortably.

 

The latex topper provides long lasting comfort and the sensation that you’re floating.

You’ll transform what you have into what you had hoped for.

Here are links to Sleep & Beyond myWoolyLatex Mattress Topper, which is what we have now.

https://themattressexpert.com/latex-toppers/sleep-beyond-toppers/sb-mywooly-latex-topper/

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Thanks, Pete 

 

 

A waterproof mattress protector will extend the life of any mattress, keeping it clean and dry.

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