{"id":8174,"date":"2020-12-21T07:59:57","date_gmt":"2020-12-21T14:59:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/?p=8174"},"modified":"2024-03-31T10:09:39","modified_gmt":"2024-03-31T17:09:39","slug":"best-mattress-for-side-sleepers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/mattress-guides\/best-mattress-for-side-sleepers\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Mattress for Side Sleepers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 out of 10 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/sleep-disorders\/best-sleep-positions?utm_medium=google#1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleepers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> prefer sleeping on their sides, and if you\u2019re one of the 40%, good for you! Doctors recommend people sleep on their sides because it aligns the spine, shoulders, pelvis, lower back, and hips. Recent research suggests it may even help prevent Alzheimer\u2019s or Parkinson&#8217;s because your brain does a better job of detoxifying while you\u2019re sleeping on your side.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side sleepers are going to want to look for a softer mattress since their shoulders and hips will need that extra cushioning. Pay attention to the components of each layer in the mattresses you\u2019re looking at because while a soft mattress can cradle those pressure points, you\u2019ll also want a firm support layer so you don\u2019t sink too much. Considering these factors, as well as cost, a company\u2019s warranty, return policy, and mattress features, we\u2019ve picked nine we think are the best for side sleepers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amerisleep.com\/as3.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Amerisleep AS3<\/a> \u2013 Editors&#8217; Choice<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We recommend the Amerisleep AS3 because it offers both sturdy support and a soft comfort layer, promoting healthy spinal alignment throughout the night and giving your pressure points a soft place to land. The AS3 contains Bio-Pur\u00ae memory foam, created with more space between the foam particles so it bounces back in four seconds, so you won\u2019t feel stuck in your mattress as you move around at night. Most side sleepers prefer a medium-firm mattress, and the AS3 is just that. Plus, it comes with a 100-day sleep trial, free shipping, free returns, and a 20-year warranty.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amerisleep.com\/as3.html\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-flat\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#2D89EF;border-color:#246ec0;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:0px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:32px;border-color:#6cadf4;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:none;-moz-text-shadow:none;-webkit-text-shadow:none\"> Buy Now<\/span><\/a>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research &amp; Resources<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In making this article, we:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researched 15 leading brands<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Referenced dozens of website reviews for the most exhaustive information<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spent over 16 hours writing and revising to deliver the most value-driven, accurate content possible<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Best Mattress for Side Sleepers of 2024<\/h2>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-118\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-118 tablepress-responsive\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">Mattress<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">Features<\/th><th class=\"column-3\">Sleep Trial<\/th><th class=\"column-4\">Price for a Queen<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Editors' Choice: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amerisleep.com\/as3.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Amerisleep AS3<\/a><\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><ul><br \/>\n<li>Celliant\u00ae cover offers cooling properties<br \/>\n<li>HIVE\u00ae comfort layers aid in pressure-point support<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">100 nights<\/td><td class=\"column-4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amerisleep.com\/as3.html\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-default\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#2D89EF;border-color:#246ec0;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:0px 16px;font-size:13px;line-height:26px;border-color:#6cadf4;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px;text-shadow:none;-moz-text-shadow:none;-webkit-text-shadow:none\"> $1199<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Zenhaven<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><ul><br \/>\n<li>Latex contours to your body\u2019s curves<br \/>\n<li>Offers pressure point relief<br \/>\n<br \/>\n<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">120 nights<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">$1,899<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Novosbed<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><ul><br \/>\n<li>Three firmness options (soft, medium, and firm)<br \/>\n<li>Washable cover<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">120 nights with Comfort Kit available after 30 nights<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">$1,099<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Avocado<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><ul><br \/>\n<li>Organic\/vegan options<br \/>\n<li>Luxurious pillow top for superior comfort<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">100 nights<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">$1,399<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Nest<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><ul><br \/>\n<li>Split firmness option (great if you have a partner)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">100 nights, 30 nights minimum<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">$1,299<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-7 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Saatva<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><ul><br \/>\n<li>3 different firmness options with no change in price<br \/>\n<li>Back-relieving support<br \/>\n<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">120 nights<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">$1,099<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-8 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Helix Nightfall<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><ul><br \/>\n<li>12\u201d for big\/tall sleepers<br \/>\n<li>Extra layer of core support<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">100 nights, 30 nights minimum<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">$1,190<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-9 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Brentwood Cypress<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><ul><br \/>\n<li>Two firmness options (medium-firm, medium)<br \/>\n<li>Gel-infused foam<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">120 nights, 30 nights minimum<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">$500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-10 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Winkbeds<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><ul><br \/>\n<li>Four firmness options<br \/>\n<li>Hybrid construction<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">120 nights<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">$1,599<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-118 from cache -->\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our Criteria<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In choosing our top mattresses for side sleepers, we considered a few important things. First, we wanted to be sure our picks worked for a range of budgets. The mattresses we ultimately picked were between $500-$1,999. At Healthy Sleep, we believe everyone deserves a good night\u2019s sleep, no matter their budgetary constraints. We also looked at the features marketed for dozens of mattresses, sifting through those that seemed more a marketing claim than anything actually useful, before deciding on nine that seemed to offer legitimate benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re already short on sleep, taking the time to look for a good mattress can be frustrating, especially when the one you\u2019re currently sleeping on doesn\u2019t offer much in the way of rest. This article should hopefully save you some time and get the right mattress to your doorstep sooner rather than later.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amerisleep.com\/as3.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Amerisleep AS3<\/a>: Editors\u2019 Choice<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amerisleep.com\/as3.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-7880\" src=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Amerisleep-AS3.jpg\" alt=\"Amerisleep AS3\" width=\"1440\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Amerisleep-AS3.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Amerisleep-AS3-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Amerisleep-AS3-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Amerisleep-AS3-1024x640.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amerisleep.com\/as3.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Amerisleep AS3<\/a> offers side sleepers equal amounts of support and cushioning because of its unique Bio-PUR<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00ae<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and HIVE<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00ae<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> comfort layers. The high-performance Celliant<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00ae<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cover absorbs your body heat and turns it into infrared energy\u2013in other words, you won\u2019t sleep hot on this mattress. The layers of the mattress really highlight its versatility, so let\u2019s take a closer look:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Layer 1: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3&#8243; of Bio-Pur\u00ae foam is the softest layer. Unlike traditional memory foam, it bounces back in four seconds, so you won\u2019t feel like you\u2019re falling into the mattress<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<li><strong>Layer 2<\/strong>: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2&#8243; Affinity transition layer molds to your body\u2019s curves and relieves pressure buildup, so it\u2019s great for combination and side sleepers<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Layer 3<\/strong>: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7&#8243; Bio-Core\u00ae high-density foam layer holds up to years of use and it won\u2019t sag<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side sleepers will want to be wary of a mattress that\u2019s <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">too<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> soft, since their hips and pelvis are more prone to sinking downward than back sleepers. The Amerisleep AS3 rates as a medium firmness on their website, placing it right down the middle on the scale.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Saatva\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8073 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/saatva-mattress.png\" alt=\"Saatva Mattress\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/saatva-mattress.png 1024w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/saatva-mattress-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/saatva-mattress-768x575.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re a side-sleeper looking for a traditional innerspring mattress, there are a few things to consider. First of all, an innerspring mattress will naturally have more bounce than a foam or even a hybrid. You won\u2019t be sinking into this mattress like you would with foam, so try to find a model that still contours to your body and offers pressure relief. Most side-sleepers prefer a medium-firm or soft mattress so their body can properly sink in without dipping down too far and throwing everything out of whack.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this in mind, look for an innerspring with different firmness options and possibly a pillow top layer for added comfort. The squeaky, painful innerspring mattress is a thing of the past now, so you shouldn\u2019t have trouble finding one that\u2019s comfortable for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>FEATURES<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>POSSIBLE CONS<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Has three options (plush, luxury firm, and firm)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">120-day trial, free white glove delivery<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They surveyed customers and 42% experienced back\/neck pain relief<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some reviews complained of sagging\/dips<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some reviews complained the luxury firm (medium firm) was too firm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some complained the springs were noisy<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An innerspring mattress may not be the first thing that comes to your mind when you think \u201cbest mattress for side sleepers.\u201d After all, side sleepers are usually looking for a soft surface, and metal coils don\u2019t exactly conjure up thoughts of a comfortable night of sleep. But that was innerspring mattresses <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">then<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013now, they usually come individually wrapped in fabric for better motion isolation, and they\u2019re often topped with memory foam or gel for added relaxation and pressure relief.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Novosbed<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8181 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Novosbed.jpg\" alt=\"Novosbed\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Novosbed.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Novosbed-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Novosbed-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Novosbed-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Novosbed-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Memory foam is customarily sought-after because of its conforming properties and limited motion transfer (which is especially nice if you\u2019re sharing a bed with a partner). It seems to be the favorite of many mattress companies these days, and that\u2019s probably due to its luxury feel at a not-so-luxury price. Now, more than ever, it\u2019s easy to find a nice memory foam mattress for a wide range of budgets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you dive into the world of foam, it helps to know the different types of foam that can make up this type of mattress:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Specialty foams<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: most companies have named their specialty foams in a way that describes what the foam does; usually it offers some kind of extra support, heat dissipation, or extra padding\/comfort<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>High-density or polyurethane foam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: typically used as the firm layer of a foam mattress; it doesn\u2019t have as much \u201cgive\u201d as memory foam because it\u2019s built for support<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Viscoelastic polyurethane foam (memory foam)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: developed originally as technology for NASA, it \u201cbounces back\u201d when you put pressure on it while also conforming to and cushioning your curves<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re a side sleeper looking at memory foam options, we recommend choosing a mattress that has some kind of support layer. This can come in the form of a hybrid (half coil, half foam) or a 100% foam mattress that uses a higher density foam as the core. Side sleepers won\u2019t want to feel as if they\u2019re sinking down into the mattress, but they also want adequate comfort so they\u2019re not waking up with aches and pains.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>FEATURES<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>POSSIBLE CONS<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Made with <\/span><b>Comfort Zone<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00ae<\/span><b>, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">memory foam with cooling properties and advanced air circulation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transition memory foam offers pressure relief<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-density foam layer for extra support<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some reviews said the medium firm was still too firm and they had to request a Comfort+ Kit, which the company offers to adjust your bed after 30 days of use<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some reviews complained the softest was still too firm and didn\u2019t cradle pressure points<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Nest Alexander Hybrid<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8182 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nest-bedding-alexander-hybrid-1.jpg\" alt=\"nest bedding alexander hybrid\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nest-bedding-alexander-hybrid-1.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nest-bedding-alexander-hybrid-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nest-bedding-alexander-hybrid-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nest-bedding-alexander-hybrid-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nest-bedding-alexander-hybrid-1-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A hybrid is a great option if you\u2019re stuck between wanting the familiarity of an innerspring mattress and wanting to try the newer, but equally comfortable memory foam. Hybrids offer the best of both worlds: the cooling ventilation of springs plus the bounce, and the plush feel of memory foam. Hybrids are sometimes a bit more expensive than a typical mattress because they are fairly high-quality, so before you make a big investment in one, we recommend you research a few different options. Look at a company\u2019s website for clear diagrams showing each layer. If they have multiple firmness options, even better!<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>FEATURES<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>POSSIBLE CONS<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Three layers of foam: .25\u201d gel-infused memory foam, 3\u201d medium Titan Chill Endurance Foam\u00ae, 1\u201d SmartFlow Support Foam<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8\u201d Quantum Edge Pocketed Support Coils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\u201d Base Support Foam<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some reviews complained it slept too hot (a common complaint of memory foam mattresses)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some complained the mattress grew too soft after sleeping on it for a few months\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. WinkBeds<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8068 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/winkbeds-1.jpg\" alt=\"WinkBeds Plus\" width=\"800\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/winkbeds-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/winkbeds-1-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/winkbeds-1-768x495.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you suffer from back pain, you\u2019re among <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acatoday.org\/Patients\/Health-Wellness-Information\/Back-Pain-Facts-an\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">31 million Americans<\/a> who experience the same thing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. While a mattress may not be <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> end-all be-all answer to your back woes, it never hurts to start there. Getting a good night of sleep can definitely alleviate other health issues you\u2019re suffering from\u2013some of which manifest themselves in lower back pain. So if your back is aching and quaking, what should you be looking for in a mattress, especially if you sleep on your side.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We mentioned at the beginning of the article that side sleepers should look for a mattress meant to align their spine. This will go a long way in alleviating pressure on your back and hips! Another thing to be careful of is mattress firmness levels. Make sure you can try out different levels in person so you know what feels best. The last thing you want is to sink too far into a mattress, throwing your body out of alignment, or the other extreme: a mattress so firm you wake up in more pain. For many side-sleepers with back pain, a hybrid construction is the best way to go.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>FEATURES<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>POSSIBLE CONS<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3-step back relief system<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2122<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Triple-Layer Heat Disperse Material<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2122<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decompression support for spine\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lumbar support pad<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some reviews complained the bed was too firm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some reviews reported sagging or caving in\/\u201dsinking in\u201d feeling<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Helix Nightfall<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8183 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/helix-nightfall.jpg\" alt=\"Helix Nightfall\" width=\"949\" height=\"701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/helix-nightfall.jpg 949w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/helix-nightfall-300x222.jpg 300w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/helix-nightfall-768x567.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 949px) 100vw, 949px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re on the heavier side, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">it can be frustrating finding a mattress that will support you, alleviate those pesky pressure points, and last a long time. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luckily, there are a few mattress companies that cater specifically to those with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">high BMIs.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Pay attention to the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">thickness <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">of the mattress here, since you\u2019ll probably want a thicker model that holds up with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heavy use (at least 10\u201d, but 12\u201d or more is best).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heavy sleepers also need to consider durability, since the mattress will need to support more weight without breaking down too quickly. Depending on the material of your mattress, it should last anywhere from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestmattresstopper.com\/how-long-does-mattress-last.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7-10 years<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A latex mattress generally lasts the longest if properly maintained (up to 15 years), but latex is also pretty bouncy. If you\u2019d prefer something with a more cushioned feel <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> substantial support, we recommend a hybrid.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>FEATURES<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>POSSIBLE CONS<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12\u201d tall designed for heavy\/tall people<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extra layer of density<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medium feel\/body contouring<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temperature regulation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side sleepers complained of hip pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People woke up feeling more sore<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People complained it was too firm<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Zenhaven Latex\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-8184\" src=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/zenhaven-1.jpg\" alt=\"Zenhaven\" width=\"1024\" height=\"591\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/zenhaven-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/zenhaven-1-300x173.jpg 300w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/zenhaven-1-768x443.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you have shoulder pain, your mattress can either give you much-needed relief or it can make the problem much, much worse. If the mattress you\u2019re sleeping on is older than 7 years, consider trading it out for a new one more customized to your needs&#8211;mattresses, especially foam ones, absorb all of your sweat and other fluids over time, making them heavier. Then they start to sag and lose their elasticity. At that point, instead of cradling your pressure points, the mattress causes you to sink too low, throwing your body out of alignment. It\u2019s a vicious cycle!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We recommend a mattress that will hold up over years of tossing and turning as well as give you gentle relief every night. A latex mattress might be the way to go here, since latex offers bounce and is incredibly durable, lasting about 5 years longer than memory foam and 7 years longer than innerspring. Note that because the mattress is latex, it\u2019s a little pricier than other mattress types, but many would rather pay the extra cost for a longer-lasting mattress.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>FEATURES<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>POSSIBLE CONS<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Latex \u201c5-Zone\u201d Comfort Layer is made of Talalay latex, which offers firm support at your pressure points and softness where you need it<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organic wool layer for breathability and moisture-wicking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flippable so you can customize firmness level (Luxury Plush or Gentle Firm)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some reviews complained of a sinking feeling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some reviews complained the mattress was too firm<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Brentwood Cypress<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8185 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/brentwood-cypress.jpg\" alt=\"Brentwood Cedar\" width=\"1600\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/brentwood-cypress.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/brentwood-cypress-300x160.jpg 300w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/brentwood-cypress-768x409.jpg 768w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/brentwood-cypress-1024x546.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting to sleep is already a struggle for many\u2013<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.consumerreports.org\/sleep\/why-americans-cant-sleep\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">27% of Americans<\/a> say they have problems getting to sleep, and 68% struggle with sleep at least once a week.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Who wants to worry about one more thing while you\u2019re falling asleep, like whether or not your mattress will make you hot and sweaty in the night?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mattress that sleeps hot can only make your relaxation time worse (unless, of course, you prefer being extra warm when you sleep). A typical complaint of foam mattress is that they sleep too hot; this is due to the foam density, which doesn\u2019t always allow for trapped air and pressure to escape. That\u2019s why we recommend finding a mattress with innovative cooling properties such as a cover or a gel foam layer that dissipates heat. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most foam mattress companies have tried to address the overheating issue with special features, so don\u2019t write off foam immediately if you sleep hot. You can also try hybrid mattresses (50% foam, 50% coil) or a traditional innerspring if you\u2019re really worried about heat.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>FEATURES<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>POSSIBLE CONS<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two firmness options, medium-firm or medium<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bamboo infused cover, ventilated support foam, wool backing, and gel-infused memory foam aid in cooling and airflow<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eco-friendly<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some reviews complained of sagging\/dips<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some reviews complained it was too firm or too soft<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some reviews complained of waking up sore<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Avocado<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8186 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/avocado-mattress.jpg\" alt=\"Avocado Mattress\" width=\"720\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/avocado-mattress.jpg 720w, https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/avocado-mattress-300x267.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While comfort, durability, sleep trials, and warranties are all pretty normal things to think about when you\u2019re buying a mattress, an eco-friendly option isn\u2019t always at the forefront of our minds. But for many, it\u2019s not just something to think about\u2013it\u2019s a priority. Thankfully, in our day and age, environmentally-conscious side sleepers don\u2019t have to make a compromise in this area. They can still find a supportive, comfortable mattress for a decent price that\u2019s also friendly for the planet.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>FEATURES<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>POSSIBLE CONS<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Made with 100% GOLS organic certified latex, 100% GOTS organic certified wool, and 100% GOTS organic certified cotton<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breathable latex lets air circulate<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recycled-steel support coils in 5 zones offer adequate support<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some reviews complained mattress was too firm even with pillow top<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some complained of feeling like they would fall off the bed (inadequate edge support)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some reviews complained of coils pressing into their backs<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Kind of Side Sleeper Are You?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maybe you\u2019ve never thought about your sleeping position until now\u2013after all, once you knock out in bed, you don\u2019t remember much after that. Next time you snuggle up for the night, pay attention to the way your body naturally relaxes. If you\u2019re on your side, you may be in one of a few different positions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Fetal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 40% of side sleepers are in this position. They curl up like a baby in the womb, usually with their spine slightly curved and their arms tucked under their pillow. Their legs are bent at the knee and their pelvis is tilted up.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Log<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Their arms are straight at their sides and their legs are straight. Hence, the name \u201clog.\u201d If you sleep like this, look for a mattress that will especially target pelvis support.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Yearner<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Similar to the \u201clog,\u201d but their arms are reaching out. Back and legs are straight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Sprinter<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: One leg is curled up in the \u201cbicycle\u201d position while the other is straight. Only a small number of side sleepers sleep this way.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing which position you sleep in is helpful, but not necessarily crucial in choosing a mattress. If you sleep in the fetal or sprinter position, you might be at more risk for pelvic tilting, which we\u2019ll talk about a little bit later. The main thing you want to look for in your mattress is adequate spine support and pressure point relief. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elementmattress.com\/blogs\/elements-of-thought\/what-mattress-do-chiropractors-recommend\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most chiropractors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommend side sleepers use a medium-firm mattress because of the combination of comfort and support they offer. Here\u2019s a few other things to consider while mattress-shopping:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to Look for:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mattress that helps with alignment (your mattress should keep your spine straight)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mattress that relieves pressure points<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adequate support (remember: <\/span><b>support<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is not the same thing as <\/span><b>firmness<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comfort layers\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ILD rating or firmness (ILD stands for Indentation Load Deflection, and it\u2019s just the point at which your mattress indents at 4\u201d. The higher the ILD rating, the firmer the mattress)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Challenges for side sleepers<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side sleepers may be in the best position for overall health, but there are still some things to watch out for if you\u2019re one of the 40% who sleep that way. One of the biggest complaints side sleepers have relates to pelvic rotation. This happens when your one or both of your legs are arched in the opposite direction of your upper body (common in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fetal<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> position and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sprinter<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you can imagine, this increases the strain on your back and neck. Look for a mattress that is not too soft to avoid this issue, while at the same time avoiding mattresses that are too firm and make your spine arch upward.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you struggle with pelvic tilting, you can use a pillow between your legs to offset pressure on your hips and back, straightening out your spine. This can also potentially keep your legs in place instead of arching back too far.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another issue side sleepers run into is choosing a mattress that\u2019s too firm. Most mattress companies market their \u201cmedium firm\u201d mattress as the most versatile (if they have multiple firmness options), and it\u2019s often the bestseller, too. But don\u2019t take the leap without trying different firmness levels in person. You can do this in a mattress showroom or at a brick and mortar store. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most online mattress companies offer a sleep trial now, so you even get to try out the bed for a month or more before making your final choice. Just keep in mind that the sleep trials come with conditions, and you\u2019re only allowed one sleep trial per year, so if you decide to return it and get another from the same place, you won\u2019t get a sleep trial with that one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many of us in the market for a mattress may also worry about finding a comfortable mattress for ourselves and a partner, especially if that partner sleeps in a different position. How can a side sleeper who prefers a softer mattress sleep with a back or stomach sleeper, who typically prefer firmer mattresses?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can look for a mattress with a medium-firm feel as a compromise, or you can find one that\u2019s flippable to adjust the mattress to your liking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How firm is too firm?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s true you can lay on a mattress and tell pretty quickly if it\u2019s too hard or too soft for you. Even though online mattress companies have done away with the ten-minute-try-on in the store in favor of a lengthy sleep trial in your own home, you can usually get a sense of your preferences by testing out different mattress types and firmness levels in the store. However, don\u2019t rely on those few minutes to make your decision. Take advantage of the sleep trial if they offer one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you prefer a more scientific approach, you can always find out the ILD rating. The ILD rating, or Indentation Load Deflection, tells you how much pressure needs to be put on the mattress for it to be indented up to 4\u201d. The higher the ILD rating, the firmer the mattress. This rating will probably give you the most accurate reading as to how firm your mattress really is.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A medium-firm mattress comes in at about 25-35 on the ILD scale (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14 being <a href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalmattressfinder.com\/ild\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">super plush<\/a> and 40-44 being extra firm<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can\u2019t find the ILD rating on the website, reach out through the website\u2019s contact form or chat service.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing your BMI can help you gauge the level of firmness right for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BMI below 19: try a softer mattress<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BMI between 19-25: try a medium or medium-firm mattress<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BMI between 26-31: try a firm mattress<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does the best mattress for side sleepers exist?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope you\u2019ve found <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the one<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> after reading this article, but if you haven\u2019t, don\u2019t give up yet! The perfect mattress for every sleeper is out there, and even though it might take a few extra hours of research, we believe it\u2019s worth it to get a good night\u2019s rest.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, if you\u2019re a side-sleeper, look for the following features in your next mattress:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A sturdy support layer ensuring you won\u2019t sink down too deeply and throw your spine, hips, or pelvis out of alignment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adequate cushioning and padding in the top layer to alleviate pressure build-up<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Durability\u2013your mattress should last anywhere from 7-10 years (based on the material you choose). Read reviews for multiple companies and mattresses before making your pick<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>4 out of 10 sleepers prefer sleeping on their sides, and if you\u2019re one of the 40%, good for you! Doctors recommend people sleep on their sides because it aligns the spine, shoulders, pelvis, lower back, and hips. Recent research suggests it may even help prevent Alzheimer\u2019s or Parkinson&#8217;s because your brain does a better job of detoxifying while you\u2019re sleeping on your side.\u00a0 Side sleepers are going to want to look for a softer mattress since their shoulders and hips will need that extra cushioning. Pay attention to the components of each layer in the mattresses you\u2019re looking at because while a soft mattress can cradle those pressure points,<a class=\"excerpt-read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/mattress-guides\/best-mattress-for-side-sleepers\/\" title=\"ReadBest Mattress for Side Sleepers\">&#8230; Read more &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":8187,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ghostkit_customizer_options":"","ghostkit_custom_css":"","ghostkit_custom_js_head":"","ghostkit_custom_js_foot":"","ghostkit_typography":"","spay_email":""},"categories":[85],"tags":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/modern-minimalist-bedroom-3486163_1920-600x400.jpg","featured_image_src_square":"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/modern-minimalist-bedroom-3486163_1920-600x600.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Healthy Sleep","author_link":"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/author\/healthysleep\/"},"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/modern-minimalist-bedroom-3486163_1920.jpg","uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/modern-minimalist-bedroom-3486163_1920.jpg",1920,1190,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/modern-minimalist-bedroom-3486163_1920-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/modern-minimalist-bedroom-3486163_1920-300x186.jpg",300,186,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/modern-minimalist-bedroom-3486163_1920-768x476.jpg",768,476,true],"large":["https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/modern-minimalist-bedroom-3486163_1920-1024x635.jpg",1024,635,true],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/modern-minimalist-bedroom-3486163_1920.jpg",1536,952,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/modern-minimalist-bedroom-3486163_1920.jpg",1920,1190,false],"ab-block-post-grid-landscape":["https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/modern-minimalist-bedroom-3486163_1920-600x400.jpg",600,400,true],"ab-block-post-grid-square":["https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/modern-minimalist-bedroom-3486163_1920-600x600.jpg",600,600,true],"post-thumbnail":["https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/modern-minimalist-bedroom-3486163_1920-125x125.jpg",125,125,true]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"Healthy Sleep","author_link":"https:\/\/healthysleep.org\/author\/healthysleep\/"},"uagb_comment_info":1,"uagb_excerpt":"4 out of 10 sleepers prefer sleeping on their sides, and if you\u2019re one of the 40%, good for you! Doctors recommend people sleep on their sides because it aligns the spine, shoulders, pelvis, lower back, and hips. 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