{"id":28286,"date":"2024-09-11T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-11T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/restonic.com\/sin-categorizar\/pressure-mapping-and-your-mattress-1975"},"modified":"2024-09-18T09:46:20","modified_gmt":"2024-09-18T13:46:20","slug":"pressure-mapping-and-your-mattress-1975","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/restonic.com\/es\/mattresses-es\/pressure-mapping-and-your-mattress-1975","title":{"rendered":"Pressure Mapping, Your Mattress & YOU!"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you go to sleep, your mattress should go to work<\/h2>\n

Most people rank buying a new mattress right up there with a visit to the doctor. Necessary but far from enjoyable. But did you know, back pain and sore throats are the most common health issues that require medical attention? So, if we\u2019re willing to eat our veggies to prevent a round of antibiotics, shouldn\u2019t we invest in preventing the sore back too?<\/p>\n

Sleep is your body\u2019s chance to recover from the day\u2019s stresses and strains and a supportive sleep surface can be powerful medicine. According to the American Sleep Research Institute, most Americans believe a better quality mattress leads to a better night\u2019s sleep \u2013 but almost half of us sleep on an uncomfortable mattress.<\/p>\n

The science of pressure points, mattresses & your health<\/h2>\n

\"mattressPressure mapping \u2013 how weight is distributed across the surface of a mattress \u2013 is as much a science as it is an art. Just as our sleep patterns are unique, so is the way we lie on our mattresses. Some of us curl into a tight ball, while others splay their limbs wide, stretching out to each corner. Side sleepers, back sleepers, tummy sleepers, some make a tent with their knees, while others hang a foot over the edge \u2013 our sleep positions are almost as unique as our finger prints.<\/p>\n

Almost.<\/p>\n

When a mattress is designed, the first task is mapping the areas that will support the person (or people) using it. When you lie down, your buttocks to your shoulders \u2013 your torso \u2013 are the heaviest while your head, knees and feet are lightest. Every mattress has a unique set of features designed to support and comfort those different areas of the body, ensuring that people who sleep curled into a ball are as comfortable as the ones who sleep spread eagle.<\/p>\n

Mattress manufactures today understand that comfort and support are equally important. What\u2019s inside your mattress<\/a>, the layer of materials, help support the spine and joints while, at the same time, offering pressure-point relief to the entire body.\u00a0Some mattress manufacturers do a better job of pressure mapping than others.<\/p>\n

Comfort layer of your mattress<\/h2>\n

When you first lie down on your mattress, the immediate feeling of cushy or firm comes from the materials used in the upholstery layers directly above the core support system (which could be innerspring, latex or memory foam). A hybrid mattress, the most popular choice in the market today, uses a variety of advanced comfort foams and fibers designed to enhance cushioning and deliver pressure-point relief.<\/p>\n

The average person moves as much as 75 times a night. During the deepest phase of sleep, REM sleep, movements can happen every 6 to 8 minutes. \u201cMovement while we are asleep is a protective mechanism to prevent problems developing from prolonged pressure \u2014 such as reduced blood flow to certain parts of the skin,\u00bb says Dr. Peter Roessler, a fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anesthetists<\/a>.<\/p>\n

A mattress that offers pressure-point relief in the comfort layer reduces tossing and turning throughout the night, which allows you to achieve a deeper, more restorative sleep. If nothing hurts, you won\u2019t feel the need to move as much. Imagine if you slept on a mattress that allowed you to move less and enjoy a deeper, longer sleep.<\/p>\n

Support layer of your mattress<\/h2>\n

The support layer of a mattress can be made from coil innerspring, latex or memory foam \u2013 or a combination. A good quality mattress will support your back<\/a>, allowing it to relax into its natural \u201cS\u201d shape while you sleep.<\/p>\n

Latex and foam mattresses allow you to stretch your body across a buoyant surface that supports lighter and heavier parts equally. Unilateral support across the mattress allows you stay in one position for longer periods without feeling the need to move. And when you do roll over, motion isn\u2019t reciprocated across the sleep surface to your partner. In fact, the bounce-factor on a latex and\/or foam mattress is almost non-existent, which also eliminates the kids jumping on your bed.<\/p>\n

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If you sleep on an innerspring mattress, the number of coils varies from manufacturer to manufacturer and is based on the size of a mattress. Obviously a twin mattress will have less coils than a king but coil count is not necessarily as important as the construction. How the coils are made and the strength and resiliency of the steel are a better indicator of the quality and longevity of your mattress.<\/p>\n

Finding the right mattress for your body<\/h2>\n

We\u2019re all uniquely built and it\u2019s no secret that our bodies age differently, molded by the sports we play or don\u2019t play, not to mention the stress we weather over a lifetime. The results are spinal deviations, muscular tensions and weight distribution that require our mattresses work hard \u2013 much harder than they did generations ago.<\/p>\n

\"HowIf you\u2019re in the market for a new mattress<\/a>, get up close and personal with your sleep habits (and your partner\u2019s if you share a bed with someone) before you begin shopping. Pay attention to how you fall asleep, how you wake up and what hurts in the morning. Do you wake often at night and is your night waking from pain or something else like temperature<\/a> or stress? Do you snuggle under the covers or throw them off? Being aware of how you sleep will help you decide what kind of mattress is better for you.<\/p>\n

You might prefer the buoyancy of a latex<\/a> or memory foam mattress<\/a> or maybe innerspring suits your needs better \u2013 or maybe you\u2019re interested in learning more about hybrid mattress technology<\/a>. The best way to learn which kind of mattress is best for you is to go to a store and try out lots of mattresses. Once you\u2019ve narrowed down your choices, be prepared to spend at least 10 minutes on each of your top picks.<\/p>\n

Take your time. Buying a new mattress is important. What’s the cost of a good night’s sleep? If you spent $2,000 on a new mattress (for example) and slept comfortably on that mattress for 7 years, the cost of healthy sleep would be $1.27 per night \u2013 less than the cost of a Starbucks coffee in the morning…<\/p>\n

Rest well & wake up ready to go!<\/h2>\n

Better sleep gives rise to better mornings, bringing your goals into focus and dreams within reach. Hungry for more sleep info? Dig into these posts:<\/p>\n