Adjustable Beds for Back Pain Buyer’s Guide
What is an adjustable bed?
An adjustable bed is a bed that can change its alignment, such as raising the head or feet of the bed. The part that moves is the base. It has joints to move the mattress into the desired alignment or position. The different positions can help people with back pain. For someone with back pain to enjoy an adjustable bed, they need to also use the right mattress. What mattress to use depends on a person’s sleep style.
Symphony Sleep ES600 Adjustable Bed
Sizes: Split California King, Split King, Queen, Twin XL
Special Features: Elevation (not on Split California King), Pillow-Tilt
Highlights
- Hi Low Feature
- Elevation Features (Angles Whole Bed)
- Pillow-Tilt
- App Control
- 2 Preset Positions (Zero Gravity, Anti-Snore)
- 2 Programmable Positions
- Massage
- Underbed Lighting
- Ships in 6 Business Days
WHY YOU SHOULD BUY
Rize Contemporary IV Adjustable Bed
Sizes: Split California King, California King, Split King, King, Queen, Full, Twin XL, Twin
Special Features: Lumbar Support, Lounge, Wall-Glide, App Voice Controls
Highlights
- Lumbar Support
- Wall-Glide (Similar to Wall-Hugger)
- App Control (Voice Control App)
- 5 Preset Positions (Zero Gravity, Anti-Snore)
- 3 Programmable Positions
- Massage (3 Waves, 3 Intensities)
- Underbed Lighting
- Ships in 6 Business Days
WHY YOU SHOULD BUY
The Rize Contempary IV is a good bed for lower back pain. The bed has lower lumbar support which can rise higher than most lumbar supports on an adjustable bed. The lumbar support on the Rize Contemporary IV can rise up to 7 inches and spans the whole width of the bed.
The Symphony Sleep ES600 is a great adjustable bed for people with upper back pain. It has an elevation feature that helps ease pain in that area. The best position is elevating the upper body with the head tilted a bit. As mentioned earlier, the elevation feature is characteristic in Symphony Sleep adjustable beds.
What is the best position for back pain?
If you sleep on your back, raise your legs. Lying down like this can remove the arch on your lower back, letting it relax. If you sleep on your side, have a pillow between your legs. The pillow supports the leg on which you aren’t lying. Without the pillow, that leg will rotate downward, pulling your spine with it. If you sleep on your stomach, put a pillow under your pelvis to keep your pelvis from sinking.
Helpful adjustable bed Solutions for back pain
The Zero Gravity Position
The immediate reason for back pain is excessive pressure on the back. The zero gravity position is one that reduces the pressure on the back. It’s called “zero gravity” because of how much less weight is put on your back. You lie down with your upper body and thighs raised. The angle between your upper body and thighs should be around 120 degrees.
Lower lumber Support System
A lower lumbar support system is a device or tool that supports the lumbar spine, which is our lower back. If the lumbar support system is built into the bed, it would be where the lower back of the person would be. The lumbar support maintains the natural curvature of the lower back. If it’s high enough, it can stretch the lumbar vertebrae.
Elevation position Feature
The elevation feature is a characteristic feature in Symphony Sleep adjustable beds. This elevation feature tilts the bed at an angle without bending. This feature is great for side and stomach sleepers who need to sleep at an elevated angle. People who can benefit fit from the elevation feature are those with sleep apnea and acid reflux.
Conclusion
Having back pain can ruin a good night’s sleep. Luckily we can alleviate some of the pain with the right adjustable bed. Today, there are adjustable beds that are designed to suit different kinds of back pains. These beds can change their positions to meet your specific needs. Whatever back problem you have, there is likely an adjustable bed for you. Properly know the details of the bed, like its size and features before making your decision. Your adjustable bed is an investment in yourself and your health.