Sleep for Better Health?
Good health and sleep are closely linked. Just as we improve our eating habits for better health, we should also improve our sleep habits for better health. Sleep debt is a costly problem in our society, both fiscally and physically.
Four out of every five people suffer from back pain, and studies show we are not as productive or safe when we don’t get enough rest. Back pain is a close second to the common cold as the most frequent cause of lost work time.
Good sleep not only lessons costly back pain problems but also helps to prepare us for a more productive, alert, and safe day ahead. A good mattress supports the back and allows the muscles to rest and rejuvenate during sleep. Poor sleep does not allow this to happen, nor does a poor sleep surface.
Experts recommend mattresses that offer superior support without being too hard. The bottom line is: the right mattress is very important to your overall health.
Age and warranty are less important indicators of the mattress’s need for replacement than how you sleep and feel. Waking up with stiffness or pain, not sleeping as well as you did a year ago, and having your best night’s sleep somewhere other than your own bed are indications that it’s time for a new mattress set.
A poor quality mattress will deteriorate quickly. Top quality mattresses should provide comfort and support for a number of years. Improper care can shorten the lifespan of a mattress.
Your spine needs to be supported in its natural curve. Make sure the mattress can support your body at all its vital points. Select a mattress that provides proper support, comfort, and space.
If you have a sleep partner, shop together if possible as this effects both of you. Lie on your back and in your natural sleeping positions. Are you comfortable? Do you and your partner have enough space?
Select a top-quality mattress. Your health is counting on it. Never shop for something as important as your mattress based on price.