Hard mattresses provide uniform support of the back during sleep . Due to this, tension and clips are removed. Such a product may even become scoliosis prevention. However, high rigidity models must be selected on the recommendation of the doctor. Read more about the testimony and contraindications of such products in the article.
Pros, cons and contraindications
Almost every major manufacturer of orthopedic mattresses has in its lineup model of high rigidity. Such products have good stability to loads (do not fail under human weight) and provide better support, uniform weight distribution.
In this regard, tough mattresses are recommended:
- People whose weight exceeds 90 kg;
- In the case of serious diseases of the back, in which the provisions and failures of different parts of the spine are contraindicated during sleep (protrusion, hernia);
- people suffering from diseases and curvatures of the upper part of the spine (a hard mattress allows you to straighten and relax the shoulder belt);
- Children under 3 years old: Such products allow you to form the right bend of the spine;
- People engaged in sports and leading an active lifestyle.
In the presence of various diseases of the spine can also be recommended for the use of useful orthopedic mattresses of high rigidity. Moreover, their use is provided only for a certain period of time: at the time of treatment or rehabilitation, for example. However, in addition to those who are shown a hard mattress, there are also people for whom the use of this model is contraindicated. These are users over 50 years old.
This is due to the fact that after 50-55 years, the fragility of bones rises. To securely support requires an average hardness.
Similar requirements for the bedroom lie should also be made by those who have problems with joints suffer from arthritis or osteoporosis, has anemia. An overly rigid bed can have a negative effect on soft tissues. It may even cause circulatory disorders. The consequence of this will be numbness of the limbs. People who feel pain in the lower back, as well as pregnant women are not recommended hard mattresses. Due to the characteristics of the body, this category of people needs to be supported during sleep. And when using high rigidity mattresses, this zone turns out to be as if savory. This, in turn, leads to the tension of the muscles.
Checked on a hard mattress will be a loin and those who like to sleep on the side. In this case, the thighs and shoulders are not pressed into the mattress, and the loin remains in the "suspended" state. People whose weight does not exceed 55 kg, it is necessary to use these models with caution, better only on the recommendation of a specialist. Because of the small weight, the mattress does not bend, therefore, the spine does not receive the required support during sleep.
It has been scientifically proven that a moderately hard mattress does not harm a person with a healthy spine and not having too much weight. Moreover, such a product can be a measure of the prevention of scoliosis development in adolescents and young people. Speaking about the lack of hard mattress, it is worth mentioning the complexity of transportation. It can not be collapsed into the roll.
In addition, the rigid design is very heavy, which can also cause difficulties in delivery.
Comparison with soft mattresses
And too hard, and excessively soft mattresses are harmful equally. In the first case, major parts of the body do not fit on the mattress, because of which some areas of the spine as if "suspended." When using soft mattresses, the body, on the contrary, is drowning, which also causes muscle tension.
The younger man, the greater sleeping place he can afford. The smaller its weight, the softer must be a bed . Hard mattress will like the one who sleeps on the back. And if the sleep basically passes on its side or abdomen, it will be more comfortable.
Description of species
Depending on the type of construction, several varieties of hard mattresses are distinguished. In more budget rules it Spring and spring products. Flameless products have a polyurethane foam base of medium density, from two sides having a coir layer. Products with springs have a reinforced spring unit as the base, which is closed by a bicocos, polyurethane foam or strottofiber (modern felt modification).
Models of a higher price segment have a natural filler. They are also divided into flawed and spring block. Springs include mattresses in which layers of latex and coyra are combined. Moreover, one of the surfaces of the product is "coconut" (more rigid, it can be sleeping during the exacerbation of diseases), and the second - latex (softer, can be used during remission).
For athletes, a coconut-based model is recommended having a layer of periothek or felt.
Spring options have Independent spring blocks closed from all sides with a layer of bed. The thickness of the latter is from 3 cm. There are products with a spring block and different stiffness by the parties (from the coyra and felt). It is possible to turn the product by mood or depending on the course of the disease, well-being.
Depending on the filling, the rigidity and comfort of the mattress are also determined. The most rigid is the products, the filler in which the needle-free coconut coyra performs. This is a natural, hypoallergenic material that is obtained from solid coconut fibers. A slightly softer version - mattress with latex coir. However, these are still high rigidity products.
Tough, but a much more convenient option is considered a product in which the layers of coconut and latex alternate. Features of alternation of layers and the percentage ratio of each of the types of filler provide the degree of rigidity. If you wish, you can find an option for the needs of a particular buyer.
Spring models also belong to the line of hard mattresses. But due to spring effect, such products cannot have increased rigidity. However, the degree of rigidity is still regulated by the features of the springs themselves: decrease in diameter, enhancing curl, metals characteristics.
Also, the stiffness parameter is determined by the material used on top of the springs. It can be a softer embetattofiber option or a tighter coir.
Dimensions
Consider standard dimensions of hard mattresses.
- Single They have dimensions in 80x190, 80x195 and 80x200 cm. Similar parameters may have single width mattresses in 90 cm (for example, it will be size 90x200 cm).
- Semi-sighted Products have a width of 120 cm. Length is 190, 195 and 200 cm.
- Double They possess such dimensions: 140x190, 140x195 and 140x200 cm, 160x190, 160x195 and 160x200 cm, 180x190, 180x195 and 180x200 cm.
- Children's Products may have parameters 60 by 190 cm.
The height of flawed mattresses is usually 5-15 cm, spring - 15-30 cm.
Popular models
Now consider the rating of the most popular models of hard mattresses.ASKONA.
This brand is one of the leaders specializing in the production of hard mattresses. Releases several product options. Among them in the top there is a model Trend Lucky with coconut filler. Coyra provides increased rigidity and elasticity of the product, while maintaining its comfort and durability. The maximum possible load is 110 kg. The disadvantage is the scarce of the dimensional series.
Another famous model - Balance Status. , already mild due to the alternation of coconut cells and plates from polyurethane. The maximum load on the product is 110 kg. The size range is worst in comparison with the previous option. In the brand line, there is a model with a different degree of rigidity - this Askona Immuno. The product has 2 sides of different stiffness: from Coyra and Latex. The advantage is and reinforced around the perimeter frame, which allows you to give a load on the product up to 140 kg.
Of course, the market leader could not abandon the release of spring models. Askona Evolution is considered the best model in this line. This is a premium segment model, moderately elastic mattress with isolated spring blocks. Maximum load - up to 130 kg.
"Ormaytek"
Another popular brand, which is valued for long service life without losing performance properties. The line has both spring and flawed models. Spring are referred to ORTO PREMIUM HARD and COMFORT PRIM HARD. In both cases, innovative patented material is used as a filler - ORMAFOAM foam . She is complemented by coconut. As a result, a product of increased rigidity is obtained, the maximum load of which is 150-160 kg. Explosive is Model Flex Standart. Intore loads up to 120 kg. Not bad and affordable model.
Matramax.
Producer spring mattresses of high rigidity. Model "Slider" It has greater rigidity and high orthopedic performance. Maximum load - 165 kg. Model "Tyler" It has a filler from the natural Belgian latex, which makes it more comfortable. This helps to achieve and more springs, due to which the mattress best supports the spine.
Moshult
Polyurethane foam product from IKEA is an easy, comfortable and affordable mattress.
Honnemed.
The mattresses of this brand belong to the category of medical devices and have appropriate certificates. Model Leben. Basically, it has a monoblock from soy foam and flax. The product is suitable for the prevention of diseases of the musculoskeletal system, as prescribed by the doctor can be used for a period of rehabilitation. The spring block does not give oscillations, does not suggest.
The mattress has 9 degrees of elasticity, perfectly passes the air, is characterized by durability even with intensive operation.
LEBEN XL model Recommended for diseases of the musculoskeletal system. Equipped with a special system, at the expense of which the degree of stiffness of the product is regulated. The filler is 5 layers of thermoprene flax, and the maximum possible load is up to 140 kg. As in the previous model, the springs do not give the effect of hammock, the wave oscillations are quenched, silent in operation.
How to choose?
It is important to understand that the hard mattress still should not resemble naked boards. Such extreme stiffness is recommended by a doctor and extremely rare, for a certain time interval. That is why when choosing a hard mattress, it is important not to overdo it. The rigid basis should be combined with a soft filler, the thickness of which is at least 2-3 cm. You can consider high mattresses (from 15 cm thick) from latex coir. In most cases, the optimal option is the product in which Latex and Coyra alternate.
It is important to take into account the anatomical features of the spine . If the upper part of its department requires increased stiffness of the mattress, and the loin, on the contrary, needs support, the model with transverse zoning is optimal. If we are talking about spouses, each of which needs its own stiffness of the mattress, it is recommended to purchase a double-blast product with longitudinal zoning. It is better to choose the product from proven and well-known brands. These are usually better models, and many more of these manufacturers give a 3-4-week "test drive" of their products.
If the mattress turns out to be overly tough, it can be replaced with a softer analog.
It is possible to understand that with the stiffness of the mattress on the bed, you can, in several signs:
- If you wake up with pain or scrap in the lower back area;
- If you can not find a convenient body position and fall asleep;
- If after waking up, mark the numbness of the limbs.
Here is another simple test you can spend already in the store. Lie back on the mattress. If the hand is free between the lower back, the hand is free (and sometimes there is still a place), then this mattress does not fit you. You need to pick up a softer option. Spring variant will be softer among the products of high rigidity. It is much more willing to take an anatomical form, but only under the condition that there are at least 300-500 springs per 1 square meter in the block. m.
How to soften?
If the stiffness of the mattress is too high, then you can soften the product using topper . This is a lightweight and thinner version of the mattress. The topper height is usually 2-5 cm. It has various fillers, which affects the degree of softness of the product. If there is no task to make the main mattress overly soft, you can use a soft tissue mattress staff (for example, terry).
