Mattress for back problems
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I am looking to possibly purchase a new mattress for my king sized bed. I am 5'9" and weight around 12 stone. I have some lower back problems and often wake up with stiff lower back and hips. My current mattress is pocket sprung with a latex topping and classed as medium. I find this too firm and would like a bed I can sink into but that would support me properly. Perhaps you could advise which of your mattresses you feel may accommodate me?
Many thanks. >
You're not alone in suddenly finding a mattress tension is either too firm or too soft!
The tensions of mattresses is a subject of great debate and subjectivity!
What is one persons soft is another persons medium.
What we can do is provide some advice on what should suit you given your weight.
Your are of slightly build given your height and weight.
| Bodyweight | Spring tension |
|---|---|
| Upto 16 Stone / 50-101kg | Medium (1.4mm) |
| 16 Stone / 101kg Upwards | Firm (1.6mm) |
| Available in Bespoke Products (Please Call) | Soft (1.2mm) |
Due to this I’d probably recommend a softer comfort layer with a quality support unit.
The latex pocket sprung unit maybe excellent at support but its sounds like the comfort factor is missing.
The support and comfort are two separate and essential components of a mattress.
In keeping with the style of mattress you have I’d probably recommend having a look at our 100% natural solid Latex mattresses available on the John Ryan Ebay site.
Latex is fantastic, responsive and durable but when its used with pockets springs as a comfort layer it tends to feel firm.
Why is this?
It’s due to the fact that latex works best as a consistent block rather than a layer here and there.
If you’re looking for a softer ‘traditional’ mattress our John Ryan By Design Origins Comfort is an excellent medium mattress but with that softer comfort layer.
It won’t have as much sink as the Fusion range or be as mouldable but will be supportive whilst soft.
If you want to discuss these further please call the office
Kind Regards Gary
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