If your current mattress is old and no longer provides good support, you may be in the market for a new one. One brand you may want to consider is Tempurpedic, as they develop high-quality viscoelastic (memory) foam mattresses and pillows. In fact, the research for their products was originally based on NASA's research to develop materials that would suitably cushion astronauts in the event of an accident. Take a look at how a Tempurpedic mattress could benefit certain health conditions, and weigh the pros and cons of this product to see if it's right for you.

What Health Conditions Can Benefit from These Mattresses?

Tempurpedic mattresses could help people with

• Neck pain
• Hip pain
• Shoulder pain
• Knee pain
• Arthritis
• Snoring

If a mattress is too hard, it can place additional pressure on joints, cause bed sores, and exacerbate musculoskeletal injuries. However, if your mattress is too soft, your spine can fall out of proper alignment. Tempurpedic memory foam mattresses are soft and comfortable, but they are still supportive and evenly distribute body weight to reduce pressure points. One study found that pressure-redistributing foam mattresses (PRFM) were able to significantly reduce the incidences of pressure injuries.

What Are the Pros and Cons of These Mattresses?

Besides the health benefits, these mattresses are insulating and great for people who live in colder climates and like additional warmth while sleeping. If you enjoy having a weighted blanket to relieve anxiety, a memory foam mattress is also helpful since it conforms and hugs the body.

Tempurpedic mattresses work well for different types of sleeping positions, such as the stomach, back, or side. If you sleep with a partner who has a different sleeping position than you, these mattresses can be a good fit for people who need to share a bed but have a different sleeping position than their partner.

Memory foam mattresses are also made from hypoallergenic materials and are resistant to mites, dander, and mold.

So what are the downsides? Because memory foam can be insulating, these mattresses may not be a great option for people who run hot or people dealing with hot flashes. However, you can easily mitigate this problem by investing in a fan cooling system for the bed; or, you could use cooling fabrics for your sheets, like bamboo, that can wick away sweat.

Because of their high-quality materials, some of these mattresses may be more expensive than other brands. However, the initial costs may be worth it as memory foam mattresses—when taken care of—can last a long time. These initial costs may also be worth it simply because of the health benefits.

Reach out to a furniture supplier today to learn more about Tempurpedic beds.