The Mattress Expert

Mattress motion transfer is causing back pain. Herniated discs.

Helen writes:

 

Hi Pete,

We have a problem!

We recently got a new old two sided mattress from my aunt.

It was her spare room bed set which has only been used a few times, so it's basically brand new.

I have 3 herniated discs in my lower back.

Every little bit of motion transfer is causing back pain.

I've never had such a problem before!

Even the tiniest movement of my husband's foot causes the whole mattress to shake!

We are using the same bed frame we had before, so it is 100% the mattress.

What do you recommend?

Thanks, Helen

 

Hi Helen,

That must be a very old mattress....using a Bonnell interlocking coil system.

Only a mattress using an individually pocketed coil unit is what will fix your problem.

With all coils moving independently from all of the others, maintains the natural alignment of your spine.

The main benefit is back pain relief.

The side benefit is motion transfer reduction....not feeling each other's movements.

Nothing does a better job of motion reduction than this type of coil system.

I recommend one of our Old Fashioned Two-Sided Mattresses, all using an individually pocketed coil unit.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/two-sided-mattresses/

 

Shipping is free.

 

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

You Should Know 

 

Using an old box spring to support any new mattress will cause premature wear and void the manufacturer’s warranty.

https://themattressexpert.com/mattress-foundations/magniflex-kd-foundations/

 

A waterproof mattress protector will extend the life of a mattress by keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry.

https://themattressexpert.com/waterproof-mattress-protectors-encasements/

 

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I had a great experience on the mattress at a hotel.

Hi Pete,

I came across your site when doing some research.

Like several others that have contacted you, I had a great experience on the mattress at a hotel.

It appears to have been a Simmons Beautyrest. Which one?...who knows?

 

We recently returned a Queen-sized Saatva mattress.

I have bulging discs in my lower back and I found their bed made my pain worse.

 

I’m looking to buy a mattress that will help me wake up rested and not in pain.

I can tell during the night my hips get out of alignment, which exacerbates my back pain.

What mattress would you recommend?

Any guidance you can offer would be appreciated.

Thank you, Jennifer

 

Hi Jennifer,

What makes a Beautyrest so comfortable is the individually pocketed coil unit.

Each coil moves independently from one another, which maintains the natural alignment of your spine.

This type of coil system also provides a great degree of motion separation...not feeling each other move.

 

Memory foam is a horrible product.

It's a temperature sensitive material that softens as it warms from your body heat.

As you sink into it, the natural alignment of your spine is gone, causing back pain.

Memory foam reflects your body heat back to you and causes you to sleep hot.

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

Today, even hotel Beautyrests have some memory foam in them. 

 

Here is a link to mattresses we recommend as an excellent substitute.

The Brolynn Old Fashioned Two Sided Mattress in Plush has the greater degree of surface comfort.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/wolf-mattresses/wolf-hybrid-mattress/

 

These mattresses also use an individually pocketed coil unit...containing NO Memory Foam

The coils are stronger than Simmons coils and the upholstery is better.

In fact, these specifications exceed anything that Simmons makes today.

 

Shipping is free

Thanks, Pete 

 

Never:

Use an old box spring/foundation with any new mattress. 

Doing so voids the warranty of the mattress.

https://themattressexpert.com/mattress-foundations/magniflex-kd-foundations/

 

Always:

Use a waterproof mattress protector. 

Your new mattress will last longer if kept clean and dry.

https://themattressexpert.com/waterproof-mattress-protectors-encasements/

 

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We are in the market for a new king size mattress

Hello,

I saw your ad on Facebook. 

We are currently in the market for a new king size mattress. 

Could you recommend the best in your opinion. 

We both have lower back pain and are overweight. 

My husband has bad back issues, deteriorated disks.  

Would prefer something firm but with a pillow top. ?? 
Thank you. 

 

Hello,

The last thing you want is a pillow top mattress.

The pillow top is the first part to wear and once that goes, it won’t matter how good the rest of the mattress is. 

Also, you’ll need to avoid mattresses upholstered with memory foam.

Memory foam is specifically designed to cause a mattress to wear quickly.

I have a few excellent options for you.

 

A firm, one sided mattress to which you’ll add a removable pillow top.

This allows you to replace the topper in a few years and still have a perfectly good mattress that won’t need replacing.

 

A two sided mattress that comes in firm or plush.

The plush upholstery is comfortable without being too soft.

This option doesn’t require a removable pillow top.

 

Adding a latex mattress topper, (the aforementioned removable pillow top), does more than just add surface comfort. Latex is extremely resilient and will absorb much of your body weight. In turn, the mattress lasts longer.

 

The mattresses I’m recommending use an individually pocketed coil unit.

The coils move independently from one another and maintain the natural alignment of your spine. This is the best type of support for relieving chronic back pain due to disc problems.

The coils are made of heavy gauge double tempered steel, which is important for durability under large people.

The upholstery in the mattresses is natural plant based polyurethane foam.

There is no memory foam in them.

 

Here are two links. You can’t go wrong with any of them, as all use the aforementioned coil system.

 

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/two-sided-mattresses/

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/wolf-mattress/the-jessica/

The Natura of Canada Plush Talalay Latex Mattress Topper is the removable pillow top to add to any of those mattresses.

Shown here.

 

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/natura-of-canada/natura-of-canada-latex-mattress-toppers/

Shipping is free.

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

Never:

Use an old box spring/foundation with any new mattress. 

Doing so voids the warranty of the mattress.

https://themattressexpert.com/mattress-foundations/magniflex-kd-foundations/

 

Always:

Use a waterproof mattress protector. 

Your new mattress will last longer if kept clean and dry.

https://themattressexpert.com/waterproof-mattress-protectors-encasements/

 

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter 

 

 

Website: https://themattressexpert.com/

Email: [email protected]

Voicemail: 856-874-6894

Replacing a 25 year old Posturepedic Mattress.

Edward writes:

Hello Pete,
I'm looking for advice on replacing a 25 year old Posturepedic Mattress.

I have loved this mattress, but I have to accept that the sag it has developed in our sleeping spots has become too much. I've already found the current Sealy offerings are not what I'm looking for, so I'm looking elsewhere and found your site.

You make the all latex beds sound good, but I'm hesitant to spend so much.

In your Q&A section, you've recommended the Brolynn Brandy-lynn mattress multiple times for people asking about replacing a Posturepedic. 

I was looking at those, but as I'm replacing a king mattress, I'm wondering about this note: "Note: 2 Twin-XL = King".

Thank you, Edward 

 

Good Morning Edward,

The 2 Twin-XL = King refers to mattresses being used on adjustable beds.

 

An all latex mattress may or may not be right for older people.

In most cases, it’s not.

Discs in our backs wear with age, which is made worse for people with a desk job.

The individually pocketed coils used in the Wolf mattresses push up against your spine, while also contouring to the body. This forces proper spinal alignment, which is the best type of support to relieve back pain from worn discs.

An all foam mattress doesn’t have that pushback support…not even latex, which is the most resilient of all the foams.

Trying one in a store won’t tell you anything other than initial comfort.

If it’s wrong for you, you won’t know until it’s you’ve slept on it for a while.

It’s quite an expensive risk for an older person.

 

You’re better off with what your body is already used to.

The Brolynn in Plush is both, supportive and comfortable.

It’s an extremely well made mattress, designed to last for many years.

If you have an old box spring, you’ll need a new foundation as well.

You’ll see that mattress priced with the Magniflex KD foundation.

 

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/two-sided-mattresses/

Shipping is free.

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

You Should Know 

 

Using an old box spring to support any new mattress will cause premature wear and void the manufacturer’s warranty.

https://themattressexpert.com/mattress-foundations/magniflex-kd-foundations/

 

A waterproof mattress protector will extend the life of a mattress by keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry.

https://themattressexpert.com/waterproof-mattress-protectors-encasements/

 

Website: https://themattressexpert.com/

Email: [email protected]

Voicemail: 856-874-6894

A Firm Mattress for disc related back pain.

Michael writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I need a queen size mattress to be used by my wife only.

She's a petite woman, but suffers with disc related back pain.

I'd like to get her something well made, but was hoping to not break the bank.

She likes it on the firm side. Do they take long to get?

What would you recommend for her?

Thanks, Michael

 

Hi Michael,

Due to your wife being petite, there’s no need to spend a lot of money.

The Wolf Pocketed Coil Jessica Mattress is my recommendation.

The pocketed coils contour to the shape of the body, maintaining the natural alignment of the spine.

This is what will relieve her back pain.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/wolf-mattress/the-jessica/

The coils are made of heavy gauge, double tempered steel.

It has the firm feel she's looking for, upholstered with natural, plant based poly foam.

There is NO Memory Foam in this or any other mattress we carry.

 

Wolf is a very old mattress manufacturer, established in 1873. 

 

This mattress ships quickly, via UPS, and arrives in about a week or so.

Delivery is free

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

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Endy and Tempur-Pedic mattresses caused me crippling pain.

Ella writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I am 42 and suffer from a sports hernia and hip joint issue.

I have a weakened core and suffer lower back pain if my core is not supported properly.

I sleep on my side/tummy.

I cannot have a bed that allows my core to sink, and it can't be too hard that my hips feel pressure.  

I am 35 lbs over weight, that seems to remain consistent no matter what I do!

I have been sleeping on an Endy mattress for 2.5 years and hate it.  

I have more pain now than ever and I can hardly get out of the bed in the morning because of it.  

I thought my injury was just getting worse until last week when I stayed at holiday inn express for 3 nights and quickly realized I had no pain in the morning. Since being back home, I can hardly walk.  

Before Endy we had a Tempur-Pedic which also caused me crippling pain.

Hubby sleeps back/side and has had upper back and neck pain ever since we got this stupid bed.  

Can you suggest a bed for us?

Thanks, Ella

 

Hello Ella,

An individually pocketed coil unit is designed to maintain the natural alignment of the spine, which is the best you can do to relieve pain from disc related back problems.

The worst you can do is buy any mattress upholstered with memory foam.

Memory foam softens as it warms from your body heat, allowing you to sink, which throws off your spine's alignment. Any mattress upholstered with memory foam will make any back problems worse.

That hotel mattress used an individually pocketed coil and no memory foam.

 

We specialize in mattresses that have no memory foam in them.

You have a couple of options at different price points.

I'm recommending the Wolf Brolynn Old Fashioned Two Sided Mattress.

You’ll what that in the choice of “Plush” for the surface comfort you need.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/two-sided-mattresses/

UPS delivery is free

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: [email protected]

Voicemail: 1-856-874-6894 

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I'm looking for a mattress that doesn't sleep hot.

Kelly writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I'm looking for a mattress that doesn't sleep hot.  

My current one is a memory foam that is less than 5 years, and wearing quickly.

I've been having back pain, which goes away after I'm up and around. 

For work, I sit in an office chair for hours.  

It replaced a double sided innerspring mattress I had for at least ten years that I loved but I couldn't find anything similar in mattress shops around me.  

For a new mattress I want a one that's more like my old one.

I'm a woman, in my early thirties, and I weigh roughly 175 pounds.  

Thanks, Kelly

 

Hi Kelly,

Only memory foam sleeps hot.

Only memory foam is a temperature sensitive material that softens as it warms from your body heat. 

It absorbs your body heat and then reflects it back to you.

Memory foam allows you to sink. This throws off the alignment of your spine, which enhances your pain.

 

The damage in your back is caused by your job.

A desk job is the main cause of disc deterioration.

You might want to invest in an ergonomic chair.

Also, take a 30 minute walk every day. (Advice being passed along from my chiropractor)

 

No all-foam mattress provides the pushback support necessary to relieve your back pain. 

Only a good quality individually pocketed coil unit will do that...one with NO Memory Foam!

 

We do carry an old fashioned double sided mattress.

It sports the individually pocketed coil system your back needs.

The upholstery is natural, plant based poly foam...NO MEMORY FOAM.

It's an excellent quality mattress that will support you properly for many years.

Click on this link to view the specifications and prices of The Wolf Brolynn Plush Two Sided Mattress:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/two-sided-mattresses/

UPS Shipping is FREE.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: [email protected]

Voicemail: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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Wolf Brolynn Plush 2 sided mattress to relieve chronic back pain.

Alan writes:

 

Hi Pete,

My wife and I are average size people who like a mattress that is both, firm and comfortable.

More importantly, I suffer with chronic back pain due to disc wear in my back.

Your blog posts have led me to the Wolf Brolynn 2 sided mattress in Plush.

Am I on the right track? Would this be your recommendation?

We need a mattress only for a platform bed that doesn't need a boxspring.

Thanks, Alan

 

Hi Alan,

The Wolf Brolynn Old Fashioned Two Sided Mattress in Plush is my recommendation for your particular set of circumstances. The individually pocketed coils maintain the natural alignment of your spine, which is the best you can do to relieve chronic back pain.

The quality is very good, with long lasting support and comfort.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/two-sided-mattresses/

 

UPS Shipping is FREE and there's NO Sales Tax.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: [email protected]

Voicemail: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

Serving The US & Canada...NO SALES TAX.

 

 

I need a new mattress that will be good for my spine.

Sharon writes:

 

Good Morning,

I've had 2 spinal fusions at L4-S1. 

I still have spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease throughout the whole spine.  

Bulging Disc C3-C8 in Neck, T11-T12 have had fractures.  

L2-L3 are ready for spinal fusion. I have L5 nerve damage on the left side, with the right side deteriorating.

 

I need a new mattress that will be good for my spine and I'm in bed 15-18 hours a day. 

I currently have a Linenspa 8" gel memory foam mattress that I purchased in 2017.   

This hospital mattress will not support my spine.

 

I need a recommendation for a new mattress.  

I would like to have an adjustable full high low bed frame. 

I would like to get rid of this hospital bed, if possible.  

However, I need the bed frame to rise high and low at least 22" and raise my head and feet. 

The mattress would be Twin XL.  

Right now, this Linnenspa hangs 2" off the hospital bed frame on the left side.  

I know this will still be an issue if I don't get a new adjustable base for the new mattress.

 

I'm 4'11, 186 in weight and generally on my left side for most of the day. 

I can only sleep on my sides or back. What do you recommend?  

I hope I gave you all the information needed, so you could make a recommendation.

I sincerely appreciate the advice and direction.

Sharon

 

Hi Sharon,

Due to your size and the amount of time you spend in bed, you’re going to need a strong, durable mattress.

Due to your back problems, you’ll need an individually pocketed coil unit.

And, if you want it to last, the mattress must have no memory foam in it.

I’m recommending is the Natura of Canada Greenspring line of mattresses.

Of their 4 models, the ultra plush is the most comfortable.

Click on this link to view that line of mattresses.

Click on each model to view specifications and prices.

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

 

Delivery is free and there’s no sales tax.

 

We don’t sell adjustable bed bases due to their limited therapeutic value.

To relieve your back pain, you need to maintain the natural alignment of your spine.

This means sleeping with the bed in the flat position.

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: [email protected]

Voicemail: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

Serving The US & Canada...NO SALES TAX.

Lower Back Pain is worse on a Tempur-pedic and Endy Mattress.

Ella writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I've come across your site many times and thought I'd reach out. 

I am 42 and suffer from a sports hernia and hip joint issue. 

Due to my injuries, I have a weakened core and suffer lower back pain if my core is not supported properly. 

I sleep on my side/tummy. 

I cannot have a bed that allows my core to sink, and it can't be too hard that my hips feel pressure.  

I am 35 lbs over weight, that seems to remain consistent no matter what I do!

I have been sleeping on an Endy mattress for 2.5 years and hate it.  

I have more pain now than ever and I can hardly get out of the bed in the morning because of it.  

I thought my injury was just getting worse until last week when I stayed at holiday inn express for 3 nights and quickly realized I had no pain in the morning. Since being back home, I can hardly walk.  

Before Endy we had a Tempur-Pedic which also caused me crippling pain. 

The hubby isn't a fan of the Endy, either.  

He sleeps back/side and has had upper back and neck pain ever since we got this stupid bed.  

Can you suggest a bed for us?

Thanks, Ella

 

Hello Ella,

An individually pocketed coil unit is designed to maintain the natural alignment of the spine, which is the best you can do to relieve pain from disc related back problems.

The worst you can do is any mattress upholstered with memory foam.

Memory foam softens as it warms from your body heat, allowing you to sink, which throws off your spine's alignment. Any mattress upholstered with memory foam will make any back problems worse.

That hotel mattress used an individually pocketed coil and no memory foam.

 

We specialize in mattresses that have no memory foam in them.

You have a couple of options at different price points.

I'm recommending the Wolf Brolynn Old Fashioned Two Sided Mattress.

You’ll what that in the choice of “Plush” for the surface comfort you need.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/two-sided-mattresses/

 

Since your current foundation is only a couple of years old, it won’t need to be replaced.

The Wolf mattress ships quickly, via ups…arriving in about a week.

 

UPS delivery is free and there’s no sales tax.

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

Serving The US & Canada...NO SALES TAX.