Mattress & Health (24 Frequently Asked Questions)

No, if you have back pain problems, medium-firm to firm mattress is the best choice for you.

Mattress and pillows should be covered with a reusable mattress cover, which you can change frequently. Use a disinfectant spray to clean the whole mattress surface.

Corona Virus can linger on your mattress surface for 2 hours to 2 days. If you have covid, make sure you disinfect your mattress and other beddings properly.

While sleeping on your mattress, you do not come to contact with these materials directly. So, it is never a problem, but if you still face issues, you can ask for a return if your mattress is in trial period.

COVID 19 hygiene guidelines are being implemented by several mattress dealers. After waiting through the quarantine period, the brand may resell or donate the mattress to charity. As sanitization of such mattresses is a major issue, get a definite answer from the manufacturer.

It is technically possible a package coming to your house is contaminated with a virus picked up somewhere along the way by people handling it. Though, the infection risk is very low because, as the New England Journal of Medicine study found, the survival time on cardboard is thought to be around one day.

And unlike plastic surfaces, cardboard is porous. That means a droplet would probably penetrate into the material and may not be so easily picked up when you touch the package.

The companies are following the safety measures very strictly to minimise the virus spread.

But for the precaution purpose, make sure you wash your hands, encourage social distancing (opt for Contact-free delivery).

Contact-free delivery is a type of delivery where you do not get your order in your hand, but the delivery person will leave your order at an agreed location (door, lobby etc). You will be informed about your order delivery via phone. Due to the pandemic, many companies are giving “contact-free” delivery options to maintain social distancing.

Our body often takes some time to adjust to a new sleep surface. If you are experiencing back discomfort after switching to a new mattress, the possibility of the new mattress causing lower back pain is high. You just need to give your body some time to adapt to it. Your new mattress may not feel exceptional the first night. As the expansion process continues, it will only get better.

People with shoulder pain prefer a softer mattress that allows the shoulders to sink in enough, thereby relieving the pressure points.

Back pain sufferers require a supportive mattress. At the same time, it must allow for some cushioning and sinkage. Therefore, a medium mattress shall suit them the best.

Combination sleepers prefer sleeping in different positions. Therefore, a medium mattress shall cater to their varied sleeping requirements.

A medium mattress shall suit a back sleeper best as it shall offer enough support to keep the spine properly aligned.

Side sleepers require more cushioning near their shoulders and hips, as there are the key pressure-building regions. Therefore, a soft or medium mattress shall suit them the best.

Stomach sleepers require greater support in their lumbar region. Therefore, a medium-firm or firm mattress works the best for them.

For couples having different comfort preferences, an internal-split bed should be ideal. The sleepers shall be able to customize their side of their bed according to choice. Some hi-tech mattresses might also be a good option if the sleeper is willing to spend more.

A medium-firm mattress shall be ideal for sex as it shall be easier to move around in the bed without feeling stuck, and at the same time, offer ample cushioning.

Heavy people are more likely to sink into the mattress. Therefore, they require a firmer and more supportive bed to prevent their spine from bending uncomfortably.

College students who live alone need more handy and simple mattresses. Therefore, a twin or twin XL mattress shall suit them the best. However, other factors like sleeping style and body requirements play a major role in deciding on a mattress for a college student.

Hot sleepers shall feel comfortable in mattresses with gel infusions and cooling agents. Innerspring Mattresses also allow for greater airflow within the mattress and help the sleepers sleep cooler. All natural Latex Mattresses also trap less ambient heat than traditional memory foam. They have an internal open cell structure that allows air circulation. Latex Mattresses mixed with synthetics, on the other hand, trap more heat.

Seniors require a supportive mattress, and enough cushioning at the same time. A Hybrid Mattress with zoned support might be a good option for them as it offers both support and comfort. For seniors with certain ailments, the mattress choice may vary as per their body needs.

Couples find a mattress with greater motion isolation more comforting. Memory foam mattresses, that absorb motion transfer to a great extent, can be a good option. Internal split mattresses are also a suitable option for couples.

Your preferences can help guide you to the right type of mattress. For instance, side sleepers who like a bouncy bed might want to look at a hybrid or Innerspring Mattress. Guys who like to sink deep into their mattress might consider an option with memory foam or thick foam layers. And people who want a mattress made from natural materials might prefer latex options. A side sleeper should use a medium-soft to medium-firm mattress.

In general, memory foam and Latex Mattresses are considered the best options for back pain, as they conform to your body, cradling pressure points while supporting your spine and keeping it aligned.

Sleeping on the wrong mattress can cause or worsen back pain. Lack of support from a mattress reinforces poor sleeping posture, strains muscles and does not help keep the spine in alignment, all of which contribute to back pain.