What is an orthopedic mattress and how to choose one?

Not to mention the health problems that are the consequences of poor sleep. Most often the problem of sleep delay, insomnia, anxiety syndrome and similar diseases are faced by people who have taken care of a high-quality and, most importantly, correctly selected mattress in advance.

What is the difference between an orthopedic mattress and an ordinary one, and is it worth its money?

An orthopedic mattress is the most modern and best option for your sleeping place. Orthopedic are designs that can properly support the spine, allowing the body to relax as much as possible. From the quality of the product directly depends on the degree of rest of a person at night. Scientists have confirmed that the state of relaxation of the spine is achieved when the effect of external pressure is minimized, and this happens only when it is in a natural position.

Yes, mattresses that are too soft cause the spine to sag, while models that are too firm exert unnecessary pressure.

The ideal solution is a mattress that adapts to the shape of your body, tailored to your individual needs. In this case, the degree of orthopedic effect depends on the accuracy of repetition.

What are the dangers of sleeping without an orthopedic mattress? Often sleeping on an ordinary mattress leads to a number of ailments. The fact is that the deflection of the spine can cause displacement of the vertebrae. As a consequence, the impulse going from the spinal cord to vital organs is disturbed.

Further unpleasant changes can be disorders of blood circulation and lymphatic outflow. As a result, a person forgets what it means to live without constant pain and what a normal sleep is.

The difference between an orthopedic mattress and an ordinary mattress is that it can significantly improve the quality of life, relieving a person of unpleasant ailments, thanks to its ergonomic design and breathable surface thanks to a properly selected filler.
Orthopedic mattresses: from the past to the future. The issue of achieving an orthopedic effect during sleep bothered doctors and their patients long before the appearance of ergonomic mattresses, to which we have already become accustomed. At first, the problem of even weight distribution was solved with the help of water and air mattresses, but such technologies did not take root: air-filled products turned out to be too noisy because of the compressors built into them, and water-filled ones were too heavy. The modern scheme of an orthopedic mattress is a construction of an independent spring block, filler and breathable cover.

An orthopedic mattress has different areas of firmness to ensure comfort during night rest and proper spinal support.

There are mattresses that do not have a spring block. Their role can be played by latex or polyurethane foam fillings.

Studies have shown that people who have replaced the usual mattress with an orthopedic mattress sleep much better. If before it was typical for them to wake up 3-4 times a night, after purchasing an orthopedic mattress, they began to sleep until morning without waking up. This allowed them to feel much better about their day as well.

Due to the proper distribution of the load on the spine, orthopedic mattresses prevent the occurrence of dangerous back diseases, including osteochondrosis and salt deposition.

Thanks to the innovative properties of orthopedic mattresses, during sleep the body is in the correct, natural position. This contributes to the recovery of strength.

Sleeping on an orthopedic mattress deprives not only physical, but also neurological ailments, among which - insomnia and even - headaches.

Specialists advise sleeping on orthopedic mattresses to allergic people. Mattresses are treated with means against dust mites, and also collect less dust than ordinary mattresses due to the fact that they are well ventilated and do not retain excess moisture.

These properties of orthopedic mattresses are achieved thanks to the filler. It can be artificial or natural - this will depend on the features of the product, as well as its cost.

Popular fillings for orthopedic mattresses. The choice of filler for an orthopedic mattress depends on your health condition and preferences. The contents of the product can have different degrees of rigidity and different properties.

Let's consider the most common types of fillers for orthopedic mattresses: blocks with independent springs (Multi Pocket Spring).

Leading orthopedists of the world are sure: the best orthopedic mattress should be equipped with a block consisting of independent springs. The principle of this design is that each metal spring has a cylindrical shape and is in a separate cover. As a consequence, each spring deflects under the weight of the body, creating an anatomical and ergonomic environment. The advantage of independent spring blocks is their quietness, improved orthopedic properties and the absence of the “hammock effect”, which is harmful to the spine.

Bonnell” spring block represents five spring coils, rigidly interlocked with each other. They are made of high-quality steel wire. Thanks to the conical springs, the element is able to withstand significant loads.

Orthopedic mattresses equipped with a spring block “Bonnel” do not squeak, have a positive effect on the musculoskeletal system, but their greatest advantage is a relatively lower price, if compared with multi-spring mattresses.
Polyurethane foam. Artificial filler is characterized by porosity and elastic properties.

Foam is an environmentally friendly, non-toxic material, thanks to which it is also popular. The degree of stiffness of the filler depends on the configuration of the orthopedic mattress. Thus, products equipped with spring blocks contain soft polyurethane foam, while springless mattresses are equipped with medium-hard foam or hard polyurethane foam monoblocks.

Polyurethane foam products have a memory effect, i.e. they take a familiar to the body, comfortable shape, depending on the position of the body and quickly return the original shape.

Natural latex. The filler is natural and artificial. Natural material is made from the sap of rubber trees. Its artificial analog is polyurethane foam, which has elastic characteristics. The filler is characterized by different degrees of rigidity. Soft material is used in the manufacture of orthopedic spring mattresses, and latex monoblocks often become the basis of springless models.

Natural latexed coconut. It is produced on the basis of coconut palm fibers. Compressed filler has the form of voluminous rectangular plates. The main properties of the material are considered rigidity and amazing flexibility. Orthopedic properties of natural coconut are achieved thanks to the impregnation of natural latex. The substance gives the filler additional rigidity. Today orthopedic mattresses based on coconut fiber are among the most popular.

Choose a mattress according to your personal preferences, body shape and health condition, and VENETO consultants will help you make the right choice.