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Finding the right mattress can be difficult. Some people like them firm, some like them soft, and some like them in between. Since everyone’s different, here are 5 tips to consider when buying a new mattress.

Today, I’m talking about these tips on the SleepOvation mattress. Not only is this the mattress I sleep on, but it also has all of the benefits I’ll be discussing.

The main thing to think about when buying a mattress is support. Having the right amount of support to help keep your spine in proper alignment, or a neutral position, is very important. This will also help with relieving pressure points on your body. When lying down, most pressure is at our shoulders, hips, and buttocks area. Having a mattress that will give in these areas, will help reduce painful spots when sleeping. When a mattress has what I like to call the bounce back effect, or the ability to return quickly to its shape, it will also help keep you in proper alignment so you don’t wake up stiff and sore.

Having a mattress that helps you sleep cool at night will help you sleep better. Mattresses that have “channels” to help with air flow will prevent hot spots or pockets when sleeping. It’s also important to be able to take off the cover to wash it. This not only helps with hygiene, but it can also help ease allergy symptoms.

More Dr. Jo SleepOvation Videos:

Great Mattress for Relieving Back Pain, Shoulder Pain & Hip Pain

SleepOvation Mattress Review (8 Month Update)

SleepOvation Pillow Review – 77 Tiny Pillows In One

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