Choosing the right mattress is important and while the feel and style of bedding is an individual choice here are some general guidelines to help you.
Fim and Extra Firm Mattresses
People suffering with lower back pain most often prefer firm beds. The recommendation is not that they should sleep on a rock hard bed, but rather that they need support for the curve of the lower back. A firmer bed prevents the low back from sinking deeply into the bed and irritating the spinal joints. Higher end luxury beds, like Eclipse Comformatic and Perfection Rest, can provide plenty of support along with comfortable padding.
People who sleep on their stomachs and backs tend to prefer the pronounced support of a firm or extra firm bed. Back and stomach sleepers can stress the mid to upper back by forcing it to extreme levels of flexion or extension. A firm bed counters this extension with balanced support.
Kids also do well on firm beds, but for a different reason. Many young kids jump a lot on beds and it takes a firm bed to hold up better to this kind of abuse.
Eclipse mattresses are fitted with Spinal Zone technology that increases support in the middle third of the bed and was also clinically proven to reduce back pain and stiffness.
Plush and Pillow-Top Mattresses
People who are suffering from upper back pain, hip pain, or shoulder pain often prefer plusher bedding. The plusher cushioning in the bed allows the upper back, hips and shoulders to sink into the bed for better comfort while still providing proper support for the spine.
Pillowtop mattresses have an extra layer of padding sewn onto the top of the mattress. They are a good way to get the premium support of a firm bed while adding the plush comfort feel. People with both upper and lower back problems may benefit from getting a firm mattress for support with a pillowtop for added cushioning. Eclipse’s Spinal Zone feature also works to provide support for the low back, while maintaining the cushion for the upper back, shoulders and hips.
Side-lying sleepers are often recommended plush mattresses because it is the best way to maintain the natural shape of the spine while sleeping due to the width of the hips and shoulders. Plush bedding will cradle the body and prevent the spine and belly from sagging down. For those in need of comfort padding and added low back support, the Eclipse pillowtop mattresses can address both issues.
Memory and Latex Foam Mattresses
People suffering with multiple painful joints or circulation problems often prefer bedding with cushioning that disperses the weight across the greatest body surface. Many people with these problems have found great sleeping comfort on memory foam and latex foam beds. Balanced cushioning with proper support for the spine requires a mattress like the Eclipse memory and latex foam mattresses.
Memory and latex foam beds are also great for people who move around a lot in bed. The foam minimizes motion transfer.
Latex also offers the advantage of being naturally anti-microbial and resistant to dust mites, molds and mildews. Many people suffering from allergies do better sleeping a latex foam bed than on other types.
Adjustable Beds
Watching TV, reading and eating in bed are common activities. For people who often perform these activities in bed, the Eclipse S-Cape adjustable bed would be very helpful. Eclipse uses a specially designed premium mattress that provides support in both the flat and adjustable positions.
