Everything you need to know about hard mattresses

Firm mattresses provide even back support during sleep... This relieves stress and clamps. Such a product can even prevent scoliosis. However, models of increased rigidity should be selected on the recommendation of a doctor. Read more about the indications and contraindications of such products in the article.

Almost every major manufacturer of orthopedic mattresses has models of increased rigidity in its line. Such products have good resistance to stress (they do not collapse under the weight of a person) and provide better support, an even distribution of weight.

In this regard, hard mattresses are recommended:

• people weighing more than 90 kg;
• in the case of serious back diseases, in which sagging and falling of different parts of the spine during sleep are contraindicated (protrusion, hernia);
• people suffering from diseases and curvatures of the upper spine (a hard mattress allows you to straighten and relax the shoulder girdle);
• children under 3 years of age: such products allow you to form the correct curvature of the spine;
• people involved in sports and leading an active lifestyle.

In the presence of various diseases of the spine, useful orthopedic mattresses of increased rigidity can also be recommended for use. Moreover, their use is provided only for a certain period of time: at the time of treatment or rehabilitation, for example. However, in addition to those who are shown a hard mattress, there are also people for whom the use of this model is contraindicated. These are users over 50 years old.

Those who have joint problems, suffer from arthritis or osteoporosis, and have anemia should make similar demands on the sleeping bed. An overly hard bed can have a negative effect on soft tissue. It can even cause circulatory problems. The consequence of this will be numbness in the limbs. Hard mattresses are also not recommended for people who feel lower back pain, as well as for pregnant women. Due to the characteristics of the body, this category of people needs the lower back to be supported during sleep. And when using mattresses of increased rigidity, this zone appears to be sagging. This, in turn, leads to muscle tension.

Sagging on a hard mattress will be the lower back and those who like to sleep on their side. In this case, the hips and shoulders are not pressed into the mattress, and the lower back remains in a "suspended" state. People whose weight does not exceed 55 kg need to use these models with caution, it is better only on the recommendation of a specialist. Due to its low weight, the mattress does not bend, therefore, the spine does not receive the required support during sleep.

It is scientifically proven that a moderately firm mattress will not harm a person with a healthy spine and not overweight. Moreover, such a product can be a measure for the prevention of the development of scoliosis in adolescents and young people. Speaking of the disadvantages of a hard mattress, it is worth mentioning the difficulty of transportation. It cannot be rolled.

Both too hard and overly soft mattresses are equally harmful. In the first case, large areas of the body do not fit on the mattress, which is why some parts of the spine seem to be "suspended". On the other hand, when using soft mattresses, the body sinks, which also causes muscle tension.

The younger the person, the more rigid sleeping place he can afford. The less its weight, the softer the bed should be.... A firm mattress will appeal to those who sleep on their backs. And if the dream mainly takes place on the side or stomach, a softer analog will be more comfortable.

Depending on the type of construction, there are several types of hard mattresses. In more budget lines, this is springless and spring-loaded products. Springless products have a medium density polyurethane foam base, with a coir layer on both sides. Products with springs are based on a reinforced spring block, which is closed with bicocos, polyurethane foam or struttofiber (modern modification of felt).

Models of the higher price segment have natural filling. They are also divided into springless and spring-loaded units. Springless mattresses are mattresses in which layers of latex and coir are combined. Moreover, one of the surfaces of the product turns out to be "coconut" (more rigid, you can sleep on it during the period of exacerbation of diseases), and the second - latex (softer, can be used during remission).

Spring options have independent spring blocks, covered on all sides with a layer of coir. The thickness of the latter is from 3 cm. There are products with a spring block and sides of different rigidity (from coir and felt). You can turn the product over according to your mood or depending on the course of the disease, health.

Depending on the filling, the firmness and comfort of the mattress are also determined. The toughest products are those in which needle-punched coconut coir acts as a filler. It is a natural, hypoallergenic material that is obtained from the hard fibers of coconut. A slightly softer version is a mattress with a latex coir. However, these are still products of increased rigidity.

A tough, but already much more convenient option is a product in which layers of coconut and latex alternate. The features of the alternation of layers and the percentage of each type of filler provide the degree of rigidity. If you wish, you can find an option for the needs of a particular buyer.

Spring models also belong to the line of hard mattresses. But due to the springy effect, such products cannot have increased rigidity. However, the degree of rigidity is still regulated due to the features of the springs themselves: reducing the diameter, strengthening the curl, characteristics of the metal.

Consider the standard dimensions of hard mattresses.

• One-bed have dimensions in 80x190, 80x195 and 80x200 cm. Single mattresses with a width of 90 cm can have similar parameters (for example, it will be a size of 90x200 cm).
• One and a half sleeping products are 120 cm wide.The length is 190, 195 and 200 cm.
• Double have the following dimensions: 140x190, 140x195 and 140x200 cm, 160x190, 160x195 and 160x200 cm, 180x190, 180x195 and 180x200 cm.
• Baby products can have parameters 60 by 190 cm.

The height of springless mattresses is usually 5-15 cm, for spring mattresses - 15-30 cm.

Now let's look at the rating of the most popular models of hard mattresses.

This brand is one of the leaders in the production of hard mattresses. Produces several versions of products. Among them, there is a model in the top Trend Lucky with coconut filling. Coira provides increased rigidity and elasticity of the product, while maintaining its comfort and durability. The maximum possible load is 110 kg. The disadvantage is the scarcity of the size range.

Another famous model - Balance Status, already softer due to the alternation of coconut coir and polyurethane boards. The maximum load on the product is 110 kg. The size range is wider in comparison with the previous version. In the brand's lineup there is also a model with varying degrees of rigidity - this is Askona Immuno. The product has 2 sides of different hardness: from coir and latex. The advantage is the frame reinforced around the perimeter, which allows to load the product up to 140 kg.

Another popular brand that is appreciated for the long service life of products without loss of performance. The line includes both spring and springless models. Spring includes Orto Premium Hard and Comfort Prim Hard. In both cases, an innovative patented material is used as a filler - foam Ormafoam... It is supplemented with coconut. The result is a product of increased rigidity, the maximum load of which is 150-160 kg. Springless is Flex Standart model, withstanding a load of up to 120 kg. Not a bad and affordable model.

Manufacturer of high firmness spring mattresses. Slider model has great rigidity and high orthopedic performance. Maximum load - 165 kg. Model "Tyler" has a filler made of natural Belgian latex, which makes it more comfortable. More springs help to achieve this, due to which the mattress better supports the spine.

The polyurethane foam product from IKEA is a lightweight, comfortable and affordable mattress.

Mattresses of this brand belong to the category of medical devices and have the appropriate certificates. Leben model it is based on a monoblock made of soy foam and flax. The product is suitable for the prevention of diseases of the musculoskeletal system, according to the doctor's prescription it can be used for the period of rehabilitation.The spring block does not vibrate, does not push through.

Model Leben XL recommended for diseases of the musculoskeletal system. Equipped with a special system, due to which the degree of rigidity of the product is regulated. The filler is 5 layers of thermally bonded flax, and the maximum possible load is up to 140 kg. As in the previous model, the springs do not give a hammock effect, dampen wave vibrations, and are quiet in operation.

It is important to understand that a firm mattress should not resemble bare planks. Such extreme stiffness is recommended by a doctor and is extremely rare, for a certain period of time. This is why it is important not to overdo it when choosing a hard mattress. A hard base should be combined with a soft filler, the thickness of which is at least 2-3 cm. You can consider high mattresses (from 15 cm thick) made of latex coir. In most cases, the best option is a product in which latex and coir are alternated.

It is important to take into account the anatomical features of the spine... If its upper section requires increased mattress rigidity, and the lower back, on the contrary, needs support, a model with transverse zoning will be optimal. If we are talking about spouses, each of whom needs their own mattress rigidity, it is recommended to purchase a double product with longitudinal zoning. It is better to choose a product from trusted and well-known brands. Usually these are higher quality models, and many of these manufacturers also give a 3-4 week "test drive" of their products.

You can understand that you have overdone the hardness of the mattress on the bed by several signs:

• if you wake up with pain or aches in your lower back;
• if you cannot find a comfortable position of the body and fall asleep;
• if after waking up you notice numbness of the limbs.

Here's another simple test that you can do in the store. Lie with your back on the mattress. If a hand fits freely between the waist and the product (and sometimes there is still space), then this mattress will not suit you. You need to choose a softer option. The spring option will be softer among products of increased rigidity. It is much more willing to take an anatomical shape, but only on condition that there are at least 300-500 springs per square meter in the block. m.

If the firmness of the mattress is too high, then you can soften the product using topper... This is a lighter and thinner version of the mattress. The height of the topper is usually 2-5 cm. It has different fillings, which affects the degree of softness of the product. If there is no task to make the main mattress too soft, you can use a mattress topper made of soft fabric (for example, terry cloth).