Types of Orthopedic Mattresses

What does an "orthopedic mattress" mean? First, it's important to understand what "orthopedic" and "orthopaedics" mean. In Greek, "ortho" means straight, correct, and "paedia" means education. Therefore, orthopedics is a branch of clinical medicine dealing with the treatment and prevention of disorders related to the musculoskeletal system, as well as acquired and congenital spinal deformities.

Almost all modern mattresses can be called orthopedic to some extent; they are invariably certified (provided you make the purchase in a specialized store or online shop — the market is a different matter). In a store, of course, you'll face the choice of which orthopedic mattress to buy and which from the impressive range will suit you — orthopedic mattresses by Ormatek or Dreamline, for example. Mattresses are produced in a variety of constructions, with different upholstery and fillings, although all mattresses can be divided into two types: springless and spring-based, and both groups are considered orthopedic.

If we consider spring mattresses, those based on independent spring units provide the greatest orthopedic effect. In such cases each spring compresses independently depending on the weight of the body part on it. A large number of conical-shaped springs help support the spine in the required position during sleep. Some types of mattresses contain more than 400 springs per square meter.

However, many believe that sometimes springless orthopedic mattresses offer better orthopedic properties. Springless orthopedic mattresses, as the name implies, do not contain spring blocks and consist only of layered fillings. Various fillings are used: synthetic and natural, including coconut coir mattresses, mattresses made of synthetic latex, felt mattresses, and others. Springless mattresses are distinguished by having a "memory effect". Because of this quality the mattress always conforms to the sleeper's position and effectively maintains the spine's alignment throughout the night. In other words, in the morning you won't be bothered by sensations of discomfort and fatigue.

Buying a baby mattress for a newborn is a rather responsible task; it requires close attention, because your child's health and proper posture will depend on how they sleep. For a developing body this is extremely important.

So, when you're thinking about buying a new mattress, the next question arises: where to buy it. Of course, you can spend a few days traveling between supermarkets and shops, or, comfortably seated in an armchair, you can visit our online mattress store — MatrasMax.ru. Happy shopping and sleep well!