Adjustable beds

       January 1, 0000    1298

 

People those who has back pain should be choosy about the type of bed and mattress they sleep on. There is very little research about what types of mattresses and beds are best for the back and no medical research about adjustable beds. So there is lot of questions about whether or not an adjustable bed is a better option than a flat mattress for people with back pain. Through this article a brief review about adjustable bed, how it works and some theoretical advantages that some patients might find helpful too.

How adjustable bed works

An adjustable bed can be adjusted to a number of different positions. For persons with certain types of back problems, sleeping on an adjustable bed that is at a slight incline may be comfortable, with the upper body positioned higher up than the lower body as when sitting in a recliner and some support under the knees to bend the knees at a slight angle. The blend of upper body incline and the knee support can help to off load some of the stress from the lower back. Provided that the patient is happy sleeping in this manner through the night, this position can support the curves to the spine and relieve pressure on the whole body.

Potential benefits of an adjustable bed

An adjustable bed has the potential to help anyone who feels more comfortable in an inclined position like sitting on a recliner with the feet up or rather than when lying on a regular flat mattress. Specially after having low back surgery, some patients feel that an adjustable bed is more comfortable than a flat mattress. Like most of the choices when it comes to mattresses, this is largely a matter of personal preference. In general, it is sensible for a patient to consider the alternative of an adjustable bed if the person feels better sitting in a reclining chair with the knees supported or slightly elevated and if the individual is having trouble getting a good night’s rest on a usual flat mattress. If a patient is not sure whether they would be benefited from an adjustable bed, or is not sure about buying a new bed, then it is also possible to use pillows to prop up the upper body and placing a pillow beneath the knees. It can be alternative to such bed but not as comfortable like them.

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