Why You Should Consider Changing Your Mattress

If you’ve had the same mattress for a long time the idea of changing it may seem like more hassle than it’s worth. You may not want to risk losing that familiar feeling if the replacement ends up being less comfortable. However, it’s the general consensus of both the mattress industry and sleep researchers that you should update it every 7-10 years. This isn’t a hard rule – it could be less or more – but eventually it will need replacing. Here’s a few reasons why you should consider changing yours.

Developing Bed Sores Due to Extended Use

For individuals who spend more time in bed due to a disability or medical condition, painful bed sores can be a common occurrence. To reduce pain and sores the mattress you choose needs to be capable of evenly supporting your weight and keeping your spine aligned. Arguably the best type for this is memory – or castellated – foam. The unique properties of memory foam allow it to contour to you body dependant on where the pressure is, keeping you weight evenly spread. The Abilize Pressure Relief Mattress is made from this material and is available in low, medium, and high-risk variants, which refers to the density of the foam used. High density foam is best suited for patients who are bedbound for extended periods, as it most effectively spread your weight and prevents bed sores, but it’s also the firmest type. It’s also suitable for use on medical profiling beds due to its malleability.

Waking Up with Aches and Pains

Having the right mattress isn’t only important for those who are frequently bedbound, it’s essential for standard nightly use as well. If you find that you’re waking up with aches in your muscles and joints more regularly than usual, it’s likely that your mattress is no longer working as well as it should. After time the continued use can cause it to sag and no longer support your frame correctly. Additionally, as we get older out bodies may require different sleeping conditions to prevent pains. A mattress that can help give you a good night’s sleep while also reducing the likelihood of aches and cramps in the morning is the Pocket Sprung Mattress. This particular type is supported by thousands of individual springs contained within their own pocket in a grid. This provides a broad spread of support for your whole body, while also being springy and comfortable. By investing in a brand-new mattress like this one you’ll notice less aches in the morning.

Allergies Being Exacerbated by Your Mattress

A coil mattress or pocket spring mattress that you currently use can be problematic if you have allergies. The insides of these products have empty space for dust to accumulate and despite their exceptional comfort this can cause a poor night’s sleep due to breathing difficulties. One solution is to use a memory foam mattress, but if you don’t need it for medical reasons the firmness may not be worth getting used to. Remember to protect your mattress with a CareCo Mattress Cover & Protector.