Sleep issues can often be the root cause for many of your daily struggles. Drowsiness, weight gain, increased stress, and impairment are some of the side-effects of sleep deprivation that many health professionals agree on. No matter how you twist it, lack of sleep can be detrimental to your health.
Then why are you sticking with that old, squeaky mattress that keeps you tossing and turning at night? Attack your sleeping problem at the source and purchase a new one! But, before you start mattress hopping at your typical mattress stores, there are a couple of things to keep in mind as you search for that perfect mattress that can help you into a sleep abyss you crave.
Here are three things to keep in mind on your dreamy search:
What are your sleeping issues?
Understanding what is wrong with your current mattress is vital to know what to look for in your next one. Are you experiencing aches and pain? Locate your pain: Is your pain in your back, neck, or shoulders? Are you hot at night? Are your sleeping preferences different from your partners?
Sleep is extremely important to your health, so take the time to research just what you are looking for and need before purchasing. Certain mattresses provide you with different support for different types of problems. For example, with severe back pain you may want to consider a latex mattress that gives both comfort and relieves pressure points. Do you have a partner that moves around in their sleep a lot? Memory foam mattresses contour to your body and minimize bed movements when shifting at night. For those that easily get hot while sleeping, look for ones with cooling technology to scare those night sweats away. No matter your problem, be sure to know where your sleeping issues lie and which mattresses better fit your needs.
Try out multiple mattress options.
If you’re having sleep problems, don’t fall into the trap of gravitating towards the same type of mattress you already have. Look for something new. When shopping in store, disregard any preconceived ideas and just lay down. Spend at least a good five to ten minutes on each bed and test various ways it makes you feel. No matter what, make sure you try mattresses of different material, feel, firmness, and style as this will better educate your decision.
Be picky about your mattress store.
Your hole-in-the-wall places might be great for unconventional cooking, but not so much for mattress shopping. Look for places like The Back Store that have a variety of upper-end mattresses at a wide range of prices. Also be sure to check comfort exchange policies as a good test for which stores are there for you. A store with well-educated and helpful staff will ensure you make the right decisions and will be ready to help you take advantage of the health benefits of a good night’s rest.
With four locations in St. Louis, The Back Store is ready to provide you with all the resources necessary to make your next mattress the best one yet. Find us on Twitter and Facebook to learn more about them and take control of your sleep life today.