Have you ever woken up with a sore neck, shoulder, or back? .
You may have to change your mattress.
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Research has shown that your mattress can play an important role in maintaining your musculoskeletal (MSK) health.
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Additionally, the associated lack of sleep can have a significant impact on your quality of life, social interactions, mood, work productivity, sick days used, and injury rates at work.
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Here are some tips to follow when replacing your mattress:
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1. Typically most mattresses begin to deteriorate after ten years, which is the best time to consider buying a new one.
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2. Medium-firm mattresses can be beneficial for individuals with chronic mechanical low back pain and are considered more comfortable compared to soft mattresses.
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3. The standing posture of an individual’s spine should be similar to their sleeping posture. So custom made mattresses may be more beneficial in reducing pain.
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4. Using an adjustable bed based on individual preferences is associated with increased sleep quality.
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5. Mattresses that promote skin warming may improve sleep quality by reducing early morning awakening and enhancing deep sleep.
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6. Soft mattresses decrease excessive compressive forces on your joints, however, mattresses that are more firm help to maintain proper sleep posture as they prevent sagging of the hips.
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Make it a great day!
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Contact us for injury management or online health/coaching/training/nutrition plans.
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www.endurance8health.com.