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Are You Sleeping On The Right Mattress?

Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp
19 Mar 2013
Tags: back pain, Comfort, durability, mattress, neck pain, sleep, stiff, support
In: Back Pain, Blog, Health & Wellness, Pain Relief, Sleep
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Is it Time for a New Mattress?
Do you wake up feeling tired, stiff and sore? Is your mattress lumpy, bumpy, mushy or hard? Do you sleep better at hotels than at home? Is your mattress 7 – 10 or more years old? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, it might be time to replace your mattress. Considering that we spend about one third of our lives in bed and that sleep is essential to good health, it makes sense to invest in a mattress that improves sleep and supports overall health and wellness. There are three main factors to consider when purchasing a new mattress: support, comfort, and durability.

Do Your Homework and Decide Where to Shop
When it comes to buying a new mattress, the options are endless. There are many reputable, good quality brands to consider. The internet makes it easy and convenient to do some research before you start shopping. Consumer Reports suggests that mattress specialty stores offer lots of variety and are often less crowded than department stores. The salespeople are often more attentive and can be more willing to bargain. Specialty mattresses usually have a set price, but you can save at least 50 percent off list price for a traditional innerspring mattress if you shop the sales. Mattress and furniture stores frequently offer “blowout “sales. If the price is good, buy; if not, wait for a sale.

Choose a Medium Firm Mattress to Reduce Back Pain
Contrary to popular belief and traditional recommendations, research suggests that a firm mattress may not be best for back pain. A mattress that is too firm will not support your body evenly and may cause discomfort at your heaviest points, the hips and shoulders. A mattress that is too soft will make it difficult to move and may result in tingling, numbness and aches. A 2003 study published in the British medical journal “Lancet” tested the effect that a mattress can have on back pain. The study found that participants who slept on a medium firm mattress were twice as likely to report an improvement in low-back pain as those who slept on firm mattresses. The study concluded that medium firm mattresses distribute pressure from the body better which results in less pain when lying down or after getting up.

Choose a Comfortable Mattress
Comfort is very personal and it will take some trial and error to find the right mattress for you. Don’t be embarrassed to lie down on many different mattresses in store; salespeople expect it. When shopping for your new mattress, be sure to wear comfortable, loose clothing and slip on shoes. Be prepared to do a 15 minute “test drive “of each mattress, spending about 5 minutes lying on each side as well as on your back. Start out with the least expensive bed from a few top brands and work your way up. Keep in mind that a proper mattress will support your body evenly, and should adjust to the contours of your body. Many retailers offer a comfort guarantee; be sure to ask about trial periods, return policies and warranties before purchasing your mattress.

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Dr. Nathalie has been a key part of my health and wellness plan for close to 10 years. Regular adjustments help manage my pain, my sleep and even my mood. And when things arise that are out of the ordinary, like the significant pain I was having in my left hip for the past 10 days (that my family Dr. could not diagnose), Dr. Nathalie figured it out in minutes and knew just what to do! After only one adjustment and some minor manipulations, plus some exercises to do at home, I can already... feel that I am on the path to healing. Thanks Dr. Nathalie for your expertise, your genuine desire to help and for all that you do!read more
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Dr. Natalie Beauchamp is such an excellent chiropractor. She is careful and considerate and works magic with her strength and her activator tool. She has been my Chiropractor since before she opened her office in Orleans. She gives great advice and offers practical suggestions to her patients so that they themselves actively help in their own healing and recovery. I love her book , Hack your Health" . Check out her video on core exercises. She is always my #1 go to Health Professional.
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This Clinic is great! I was impressed by the use of the most up to date technology in my first appointment. They care is great and I am pain free again. The staff are friendly and know the patients by name.
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Dr. Nathalie is the best! I always feel good after a treatment. She answers all my questions and gives me good advice. Dr. Nathalie is dedicated to her work. The staff is polite, smiling, available and do not hesitate to help.Cannot ask for a more professional team!
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Seeing Dr. Beauchamp has literally changed my life. I’ve gone from 5-6 days with a headache per week to maybe 1 headache a month. I used to take allergy meds 365 days a year, I only take them in ragweed season now (maybe 90 days). My digestion is better as well (did not change my diet at all). Dr. Beauchamp is a super positive, friendly person as is everyone else there. I always look forward to my appointments.
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I was in a car accident almost 6 years ago and was going there two sometimes three days a week for the first 3 months and Dr Beauchamp was so compassionate about my pain she told me after about three months that my back is not getting any better. It wasn't because she was doing a bad job it had do with my nervous system and how the accident affected me she did not feel right to continue treating me because she didn't want me to spend money I didn't have I have the utmost respect for Dr... Beauchamp and would recommend her to anybody and the whole staff is great as well thank you for your helpread more
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