the health benefit of memory foam

The newly innovated visco foam first translated into medical applications. Memory foam wasintroduced in the medical field to cushion, protect and comfort individuals in hospital intensive care units and in wheelchair seat cushions.
Essentially, when a person lays in position for a long time, the pressure of downward pulling gravity and upward resistance in bedding materials can affect circulation and damage soft tissues caught in the middle. The pressure-relieving benefits of memory foam were used to help prevent pressure sores and minimize pain in sensitive areas.
This is still one of the core benefits of memory foam beds. When you lay down on memory foam, the material yields and adjusts to your shape, rather than forcing you to contour to it. Unlike springs and other materials, memory foam does not “push back” or place added upward pressure on the sleeper.
Ø     Support Back/Spine Alignment
A memory foam mattress supports each part of the body evenly and individually by spreading your weight across the bed’s surface. The mattress contours to your body’s curves, supporting the lower back and allowing your spine to stay in a neutral position.
On other materials like springs, weight is typically concentrated on areas that contact the mattress. Typically, shoulders, hips and heels bear the brunt. For both back and side sleepers, this often means the the lumbar area is not adequately supported. Lower back pain and muscle tension can occur without critical support.
This displacement can also place the upper body at an unnatural position relative to your neck or legs, creating more tension and pain.
Ø     Relieve and Prevent Pain
The unique combination of pressure point relief and support found in memory foam mattresses sets the stage for relieving current pain and preventing pain as well. The majority of memory foam mattress owners report reduced pain especially in the back, hips and shoulders in reviews.
The material is also a favorite of people with painful condition like arthritis and fibromyalgia. By supporting correct alignment, contouring to the body and not placing added pressure on sensitive areas. Reduced pain is also associated with better sleep, offering another benefit.
Ø     Different Positions Can Be Accommodated
Whether you enjoy sleeping on your back, stomach, or side, a memory foam mattress can accommodate any position. It  designed to mold and cradle every part of your body evenly which allows you to settle into your most comfortable position without pressure points. There are also a wide range of firmness options available to accommodate different needs.
For back sleepers, memory foam curves to your spine, providing excellent lumbar support and allowing your back to relax. It works with side sleepers by accommodating hips and shoulders while still supporting your waist to keep your spine even. And for stomach sleepers, memory foam helps keep your back in shape and prevent painful pressure points.
Ø     Motion Doesn’t Matter
Motion can make a lot of waves in traditional mattresses, which can mean disturbed sleep for couples. This can be a particular problem for couples with different schedules and for light sleepers.
One key benefit of a memory foam mattress is that the material absorbs motion and isolates rather than transferring it. When one person gets out of bed or rolls over, their partner isn’t bounced around or jolted out of sleep.
Ø     Dust Mite Mitigation
Dust mites are an unavoidable fact of life. Pretty much every home has them, and one place they thrive is the bedroom. They are mostly harmless, however dust mites are one of the leading causes of indoor allergies.

The type of materials used and the dense structure of memory foam discourages dust mites more effectively. There simply aren’t as many places for them to live and thrive. Combining a memory foam mattress with hypo-allergenic mattress covers and regular surface vacuuming can help to control and mitigate dust mites in your bedroom.

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