The Mattress Expert

New Mattress Didn’t Help With Neck Pain

Ivan writes:

Hi Pete,

We purchased a new mattress about a month ago.

While we’re sleeping better, I’m still plagued with neck pain.

It looks like I may need a new pillow.

Is there a pillow that’s specifically designed to relieve chronic neck pain?

My wife doesn’t have neck pain. She likes a soft pillow.

Thanks, Ivan

 

Hi Ivan,

We can accommodate both of you with pillows that provide what each of you wants and made so well, they last for years.

For her, the PureBliss Classic Talalay Latex Pillow.

For you, the PureBliss Shredded Talalay Latex Pillow.

Shown here:

PureBliss Talalay Latex Pillows 

https://www.themattressexpert.com/pure_bliss_talalay_pillows.html#/

The Classic is super soft without going flat.

The Shredded allows you to fit the pillow around your head and neck any way you want, which will maintain proper alignment, which will relieve your neck pain.

 

Thanks, Pete - TME

 

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Best Mattress at Lowest Price, Hip and Shoulder Pain.

Aaron writes:

Hi Pete,

I would appreciate your advice. 

My wife and I need to buy a new mattress. 

We are in our early 60's, weighing 165 and 125, and my wife has aches in her hip, shoulder and neck.

We'd like to spend around $1000, but haven't found anything.

Also, can we use our 10 year old boxspring?

Many thanks for sharing your honest information…not something we have come across in this industry.

Thanks, Aaron

 

Hi Aaron,

An old boxspring has worn spots, to which the mattress will conform.

You’ll cause the mattress to wear prematurely and immediately void the warranty of your new mattress the moment you put it on your old boxspring. A new boxspring doesn’t cost much. So, you’ll save a little and risk much. It’s a perfect example of, “Penny wise, dollar foolish”.

Since money is a concern, the least expensive new boxsprings can be had at, Costco, Sam’s Club and Big Lots.

Unfortunately, you have to go and pick it up. They don’t deliver.

From what we carry, I recommend the Magniflex KD Foundation, which comes in your choice of height, 5” or 8”, and in your choice of color…black, brown or gray.

They’re very strong and assemble easily with no tools needed.

They are upholstered foundations, a bit dressy, but reasonably priced for the high quality.

Shown here:  

Magniflex Foundations 

https://www.themattressexpert.com/foundations_and_bases.html#/

The best mattress at the lowest price is the Eco-Terra Hybrid Latex.

This mattress provides excellent support, comfort and longevity.

It’s currently On Sale and comes with a 90 Night Trial.

At your sizes and for your wife’s hip and shoulder pain, I recommend the Medium instead of the Medium Firm. 

Click on this link:

Eco-Terra Hybrid Latex Mattress 

https://ecoterrabeds.com/products/hybrid-latex-mattress?sscid=71k8_m5d12&utm_campaign=4342051&utm_source=share-a-sale

Heads up: this post includes affiliate links. If you click and purchase, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I have personally vetted.

To address your wife’s neck pain, I recommend the PureBliss Classic Talalay Latex Pillow…very soft and comfy.

Shown here:

https://www.themattressexpert.com/pure_bliss_talalay_pillows.html#/

Also recommended is a waterproof mattress protector, which prevents perspiration from seeping into the upholstery materials.

Keeping your mattress clean and dry and will enhance the longevity of your mattress and keep it odor free.

Sleep & Beyond Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector 

https://www.themattressexpert.com/sleep_and_beyond_protectors_and_encasements.html#/

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A Mattress for Sciatica, Back and Shoulder Pain.

Randy writes:

Hi Pete,

Your website and blog are very informative and we have learned a lot the past few days.  You seem knowledgeable, interested and honest . . . a rare combination.  We hope you can help us, too.

Our current mattress is 18 years old.   

I am 5’8”  135lb with a history of two fractured thoracic vertebrae, sciatica and frequent neck, upper back and shoulder pain.  

My wife is 5’6”, 145 lbs with mild scoliosis and some general back pain.

Any help would be appreciated, Randy

 

Hi Randy,

A mattress that uses an individually pocketed coil system is designed to maintain the natural alignment of the body and spine.

THIS, is what relieves chronic back and shoulder pain.

A mattress like that, which is upholstered with pure, organic and hypoallergenic latex, will provide long lasting surface comfort.

 

We have two excellent quality mattress choices that use those components. And, both are on sale for the holidays.

 

Williams Kingston Plush Mattress, which comes with White Glove Delivery and Removal of your Old Mattress.

Shown Here:

The Williams Kingston Plush Mattress 

https://cc-mattress-llc.square.site/product/kingston-plush/105?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=TBPEGMF6GAOUPNC4SCBQMGLT 

And, the PlushBeds Luxury Bliss Mattress, made the same as the Williams Mattress, but comes with a 100 Night Trial Period.

Shown Here:

The PlushBeds Luxury Bliss Mattress 

https://www.plushbeds.com/products/12-luxury-bliss-natural-latex-mattress-with-encased-coils?variant=31705061490786&sscid=71k8_pjs8o&utm_source=share-a-sale&utm_campaign=4342051

Heads up: this post includes affiliate links. If you click and purchase, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I have personally vetted.

You don’t want to put a new mattress on an old foundation.

Doing so will void the warranty of any mattress.

If you need a new boxspring/foundation, I recommend the Magniflex KD Foundation, which comes in your choice of height and color.

They’re very strong and assemble easily with no tools needed.

They are upholstered foundations, a bit dressy, but reasonably priced.

Shown here: 

 

Magniflex Foundations 

https://www.themattressexpert.com/foundations_and_bases.html#/

Also recommended is a waterproof mattress protector, which prevents perspiration from seeping into the upholstery materials.

Keeping your mattress clean and dry and odor free will enhance longevity.

 

The Sleep & Beyond Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector
is my recommendation…the one we use at home.

It sleeps cool and works well.

Shown here:

Sleep & Beyond Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector 

https://www.themattressexpert.com/sleep_and_beyond_protectors_and_encasements.html#/

Your neck pain maybe a result of you sleeping out of alignment on your old mattress. You may find that problem with self correct with your new mattress. If not, I recommend the PureBliss Talalay Latex Pillows.

These are the ones we use at home.

The Classic is extremely soft and comfortable.

The Shredded is especially good for relieving chronic neck pain.

Here is a link to those:

PureBliss Talalay Latex Pillows 

https://www.themattressexpert.com/pure_bliss_talalay_pillows.html#/

 

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6 Mattresses in the Past 5 Years.

Brian writes:

Hi Pete, 

We have owned 6 mattress sets in the past 5 years.

We keep giving them away. I am 5'11 240 lbs, My wife is 5'7 170 lbs. 

We both have lower back and neck problems. My wife likes the ideal of the no motion transfer of the memory foam, but I like the feel of latex better, more support for me. So far, she’s been deciding.

What product can you recommend for us. 

The memory foam seems to break down quickly. And before we know it, we are sleeping in a hole in the mattress. 

We are in desperate need of a king size mattress…the cheaper the better, but don't want to sacrifice quality. Please Help.

Thanks, Brian

 

Hi Brian,

Mattresses made with memory foam don’t last very long.

Memory foam is purposefully designed to cause a mattress to need frequent replacing…which is why you’ve been through soo many mattresses in such a short time.

Both of you will be much happier with Pure, Organic and Hypoallergenic Latex Upholstery…comfortable, longest lasting and also providing no motion transfer.

Adding to the lack of motion transfer is an individually pocketed coil system. A mattress using both will be like a little bit of Heaven.

What’s more, you won’t be buying another mattress for many years.

 

The best for the least amount of money is:

The Eco-Terra Hybrid Latex Mattress 

This mattress is on sale and comes with a 90 Night Trial Period 

Click on this link to view that mattress:

Eco-Terra Hybrid Latex Mattress 

 

You can place your order through that link.

 

Heads up: this post includes affiliate links. If you click and purchase, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I have personally vetted.

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No Neck Pain, No Hip Pain on an Old Simmons Beautyrest Mattress.

Jeanne writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I just stayed at my brother’s house and the mattress in their guest room was amazing. 

I experienced No neck pain, No hip pain, fell asleep instantly, and slept all through the night.  

His mattress is about 13-14 years old and had been slept on by their teen daughter for the first few years.

 

It's a Simmons Beautyrest Dressler Pillow Top.

 

What would be equivalent to this today? – if there is one.

My daughter & son-in-law had a Simmons Beautyrest Black, and got rid of it after 3 years.  

It was a bad investment for them!  

The company that picked it up said he picked up lots of them – lots of unhappy customers!

 

Thanks for any info you can provide.

Jeanne

 

Hello Jeanne,

An investment group bought Simmons several years ago.

In fact, that same investment group also bought Serta.

Both brands are now junk, thanks to the memory foam upholstery.

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

Today, it’s all about profits and not at all about quality.

Nothing Simmons makes today is even remotely close in quality to the mattress in your brother's guest bedroom.

 

The mattress I’m recommending for you is the Wolf Tulah Luxury Plush Eurotop.

It has the same coil system and support that’s in your brother’s Beautyrest.

It also uses the same type of upholstery materials, containing no memory foam on top.

Several of my family members sleep on this mattress.

 

UPDATE!…This Wolf Mattress Has Been Discontinued.

 

We are pleased to offer you a higher quality mattress from Eco-Terra. 

This mattress provides the same support with an upgrade in upholstery.

The higher quality upholstery provides greater comfort and longevity.

Click on this link:

Hybrid Latex Mattress | Eco Terra Mattress ecoterrabeds.com

 

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Thanks, Pete - TME

 

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Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://www.themattressexpert.com/store/p169/Organic_Cotton_Waterproof_Mattress_Protector.html#/

 

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

Helen writes:

 

Greetings 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 nearly 10 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://www.themattressexpert.com/store/p142/Natura_Greenspring_Liberta_Ultra_Plush.html#/

 

 

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Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://www.themattressexpert.com/store/p169/Organic_Cotton_Waterproof_Mattress_Protector.html#/

 

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Back Pain on Tempur-Pedic and Endy Mattresses.

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.

I'm recommending the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress.

This is the mattress we use at home...not as soft as it sounds.

Very long lasting...No More Back Pain

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

https://www.themattressexpert.com/store/p142/Natura_Greenspring_Liberta_Ultra_Plush.html#/

 

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

This mattress comes with White Glove Delivery

 

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Thanks, Pete - TME

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://www.themattressexpert.com/store/p169/Organic_Cotton_Waterproof_Mattress_Protector.html#/

 

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A Mattress for neck and fibromyalgia pain.

Glenn writes:

 

Good Morning, Pete.

My wife has chronic lower back, neck and fibromyalgia pain. 

I am trying to help her with a new mattress. 

She is in bed so often due to severe pain that the current mattress is worn out.

Please share your thoughts with us at your earliest convenience.

Thank you, Glenn

 

Hi Glenn,

The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress is my recommendation.

The individually pocketed coils will maintain her natural alignment and relieve her back pain.

The plush upholstery is comfy and will ease her fibro pain.

Click on this link to view:

https://www.themattressexpert.com/store/p142/Natura_Greenspring_Liberta_Ultra_Plush.html#/

 

Her body being properly aligned, may be enough to ease her neck pain.

If not, The PureBliss Shredded Talalay Latex Pillow is designed to relieve chronic neck pain.

Shown on this page:

 

https://www.themattressexpert.com/pillows.html#/

White Glove Delivery 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://www.themattressexpert.com/foundations_and_bases.html#/

 

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

https://www.themattressexpert.com/store/p169/Organic_Cotton_Waterproof_Mattress_Protector.html#/

 

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A Mattress for a pain free, cool nights sleep.

Tom writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I'm in the market for a new economically priced mattress.

I am 5 feet 10in., and I'm 181 lbs.

I am a side sleeper and have lower back pain and neck pain (23 years as a firefighter)

What is your suggestion for me to get a pain free, cool nights sleep?

Thank you, Tom

 

Hi Tom,

A mattress with individually pocketed coils, where the coils all move independently from one another, will contour to the shape of the body and maintain the natural alignment of the spine.

THIS, is what will relieve your back pain, more so than anything else.

 

The Wolf Tulah Luxury Plush Eurotop Mattress is my recommendation.

This mattress uses that individually pocketed coil system, with coils made of double tempered  for durability.

The upholstery layers make the surface cool and comfortable, without being too soft.

What's more, there is no off gassing with this mattress.

 

UPDATE!…This Wolf Mattress Has Been Discontinued.

 

We are pleased to offer you a higher quality mattress from Eco-Terra. 

This mattress provides the same support with an upgrade in upholstery.

The higher quality upholstery provides greater comfort and longevity.

Click on this link:

Hybrid Latex Mattress | Eco Terra Mattress ecoterrabeds.com

 

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Thanks, Pete 

 

 

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

https://www.themattressexpert.com/store/p169/Organic_Cotton_Waterproof_Mattress_Protector.html#/

 

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I have been sleeping on an Endy mattress, and hate it.

Ella writes:

 

Hi Pete,

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 am 42 and suffer herniated discs and hip joint issue. 

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

I sleep on my side/tummy. 

I can't have a bed that allows me 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 thought my injury was just getting worse until last week when I stayed at a hotel for 3 nights.

I 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. 

 

My husband sleeps back/side and has had upper back and neck pain ever since getting 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 coils, upholstered with polyurethane foam.

 

Through us, you have many options, and at various price points.

The mattress that we carry, which most closely mimics the specifications in most hotel mattresses is:

The Wolf Tulah Luxury Plush Eurotop Mattress.

 

UPDATE!…This Wolf Mattress Has Been Discontinued.

 

We are pleased to offer you a higher quality mattress from Eco-Terra. 

This mattress provides the same support with an upgrade in upholstery.

The higher quality upholstery provides greater comfort and longevity.

Click on this link:

Hybrid Latex Mattress | Eco Terra Mattress ecoterrabeds.com

 

If you continue to have hip pain, simply add a Removable Mattress Topper.

A mattress topper is one of the few things that pay for themselves.

Besides adding comfort, it absorbs much of your body's weight, which extends the life of the mattress.

Here's a link to our wide selection of Mattress Toppers:

 

https://www.themattressexpert.com/latex_toppers.html#/

 

Your husband's neck pain is likely to resolve itself, once his body is back to it's proper alignment.

Should he feel the need for a new pillow, I recommend the PureBliss Classic Talalay Latex Pillow, which he'll find to be super comfy and extremely long-lasting. 

Here's a link to our full selection of high quality pillows:

 

https://www.themattressexpert.com/pillows.html#/

 

 

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Thanks, Pete 

 

 

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

https://www.themattressexpert.com/store/p169/Organic_Cotton_Waterproof_Mattress_Protector.html#/

 

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