Top 5 Signs Your Mattress is Affecting Your Health
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Another key to good health is to have a good night of sleep however when you have an old mattress a mattress that is worn or a mattress that does not fit your body perfectly then it may be doing more harm than good Not every person understands that his or her mattress can be the cause of undiscovered aches exhaustions and even breathlessness in everyday life We will be discussing the five most common indicators showing that your mattress is adversely influencing your health and how to rectify this in this article
You Have Back Neck or Joint Pain When You Wake Up
Are you waking up sore or even stiff every day Then it may be time to replace your mattress because it is no longer providing enough support to your body As mattresses wear out they cannot support the body in the correct position with regard to the spine thus resulting in
- Stiffness of the lower back or the neck
- Discomfort in the shoulders and the hips
- Poor development of posture at the time of sleep
You might switch to a medium firm mattress that provides good orthopedic support or memory foam that adapts to the shape of your body
You Always Feel Tired Even After 7 to 8 Hours of Sleep
The amount of sleep is not the only important factor sleep quality is also just as important A poor mattress will make you toss and turn throughout the night resulting in light and fragmented sleep
- Brain fog or exhaustion during the day
- Disturbance in concentration
- Increased dependency on caffeine
When you experience frequent disturbances or do not feel rested after sleep it is time to explore newer mattress models
You Are Sneezing or Blocked Up in the Morning
Old mattresses over six to eight years old can harbor dust mites mold and allergens which may trigger the following
- Flares in allergies
- Asthma manifestations
- Irritation of the skin
Search for a hypoallergenic or antimicrobial mattress and use protective covers to avoid allergen accumulation
Your Mattress Has Sagged or Is Uneven
An old sagging mattress not only looks bad but can also misalign your spine causing pressure points and muscle strain Look out for the following
- Imperfections in the mattress such as lumps or dips
- A sensation of rolling toward the center
- Noise or creaking with movement
If your mattress shows these symptoms it is no longer in prime condition Most mattresses should be replaced every seven to ten years
You Sleep Better When You Are Not at Home
If you sleep well in hotels or at another person's home but not in your own bed then your mattress could be the problem This is one of the most underrecognized signs Ask yourself
- Do I wake up feeling better in other beds
- Do I dread sleeping in my own bed
Take note of the type of mattress in places where you sleep well and use that as a reference when buying a new one
