If headache, back pain in the morning, restless, interrupted sleep are constant companions, do not rush to take sleeping pills. Most likely, the matter is in the old mattress, which does not allow the body to rest well. For preventive purposes, it is better to forever abandon the usual and such a familiar mattress in the striped cover of the Soviet era. An orthopedic mattress is needed even in the absence of any problems with the spine, sleep, joints!
And what, in fact, is an orthopedic mattress? What is its difference from standard mattresses and feather-beds?
Everything is simple and complicated at the same time. Modern models of orthopedic mattresses are created in such a way that they support the natural, correct position of the human body in a dream. At the same time, the spine also maintains its position, which significantly reduces the risk of developing diseases such as osteochondrosis, scoliosis, and impaired posture. And, of course, there is no discomfort in the form of insomnia, aching joints, back pain and lower back.
Anatomical and orthopedic effects
The orthopedic effect of mattresses is the ability of the structure to take under the influence of the load the most accurate shape of the spine of a lying person. Due to this property, support for the spine is provided, which protects it from curvature. That is, rest on an orthopedic mattress is needed and useful as the prevention of various diseases of the musculoskeletal system.
Under the anatomical effect of a mattress is meant its ability to “adapt” to the shape of the body of a person sleeping on it. The best anatomical effect is provided by memory function mattresses, mattresses with an independent spring unit and latex structures.
Anatomical mattresses differ from orthopedic ones in a greater degree of rigidity, but this does not mean that the stiffer the mattress, the better. Excellent mattress has the optimal combination of elasticity and rigidity. Too hard or excessively soft surface leads to curvature of the spine. The maximum orthopedic effect is distinguished by springless mattresses, as well as devices with a spring block of independent springs.
How to choose the “right” mattress?
The first thing to remember when choosing an orthopedic mattress is the weight of the future owner. Weighing more than 90 kg is preferable to acquire a hard mattress. If the body weight is less – it is worth paying attention to softer models, since with medium and low weight the extra rigidity of the mattress is not needed.
The optimal length of the orthopedic and anatomical mattress is calculated according to the formula: person’s height + 20 cm. The width of the mattress should be 80 cm per sleeping person), that is, the mattress on a standard double bed should be at least 160 cm wide.
All orthopedic mattresses are divided into springless and spring. Mattresses with springs are equipped with a special unit where two-cone springs are connected in rows or with pocket springs. The second option is an independent spring unit, where all the springs are in their own separate case.
Springless orthopedic mattresses are made with one or more layers of different materials. However, the presence of one hard layer in them is considered mandatory – it replaces the design of the spring unit.
But the most important thing is the filler. Fillers for orthopedic mattresses can be made of natural and artificial materials. Preference should be given to natural components, especially if a person is allergic to any household component.
Before acquiring the “right” orthopedic mattress, it is recommended that you go to a consultation with an orthopedic surgeon. The specialist will evaluate the condition of the patient’s spine and give appropriate advice on the purchase of a mattress, focusing primarily not on the price segment of this type of product, but on the individual needs of the human body.