Nothing’s worse than getting ready to crawl into bed hoping to get a good night’s sleep, but you’re plagued by back pain. Even worse, your back hurts after sleeping — not a great way to start the day! While this uncomfortable sensation can plague anyone for various reasons, we fuller-figured folks are even more susceptible to soreness because there’s some extra strain on the spine.
No worries, pleasantly plump friends. We wouldn’t call ourselves Big Fig if we weren’t prepared to offer solutions for those carrying a few extra pounds. That said, while we may be biased, the best mattress for back pain is ours! After all, we created the first and best mattress for heavy people.
But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. Check out the main features of the best bed for back pain so you can spend more time sleeping and less time counting sheep.
Why Does My Back Hurt When I Wake Up?
By now, you can probably guess that an old or poorly constructed mattress is one of the reasons your back hurts when you wake up, and the Sleep Foundation agrees. Other possible reasons your back hurts after sleeping include sleeping position, stress, anxiety, arthritis, old age, physical injury, osteoporosis, spinal cord problems, certain occupations, poor physical fitness, or a medical issue.
Choosing the Best Mattress for Back Pain
We understand the major sleep problems for bigger figures, so we created the Big Fig Mattress, one of the top-rated mattresses for back pain. But don’t just take our word for it. Substantial research has determined what type of mattress to choose in order to avoid back pain and improve sleep quality.
Consider Mattress Materials
Some researchers have found that intermediate firmness (aka Goldilocks, just right) and an overlay system may reduce back pain, while a temperature variation can help promote sleep. While a mattress can feel great in the store, it all comes down to quality materials. Big Fig carefully sourced high-quality materials that provide the best support and will last at least 20 years of pain-free sleep! Here’s what you can expect.
- 1,600 Individually Wrapped Coils, 50% more than the average direct competitor
- 3 Layers of High-Density Poly Foam for no-sag cushioning
- High Density, 80 ILD Edge Foam adds extra strength for enhanced edge support
- Perforated Gel-Infused Latex Foam allows air to flow freely through the mattress, maximizing breathability and comfort
- Tufted In 16 Places to prevent the materials from shifting over time
- THERMOGEL COOLING ® treated fabric helps lower body temperature for an actively cool sleeping experience
Assess Mattress Firmness
Mattress firmness is leading in reducing back pain, and several studies have shown that medium-firm models might be the most effective. However, a common issue among fuller-figured sleepers is a sagging mattress due to poor quality materials and the density of the foam layers.
- The Big Fig Mattress features three inches of high-density foam cushioning with a minimum density of 1.8 pounds per cubic foot. How do we stack up against the competition? That’s over 50% denser than the foam in a standard innerspring mattress. This preventative measure ensures that our hybrid coil and foam mattresses don’t sag, so you don’t wake up with back pain.
- With 50% more coils than the average premium innerspring mattress on the market, the 1600 coils in our innerspring system actively push back against body weight and provide underlying support. We provide a better mattress for heavy people (and bad backs) by evenly distributing the weight across the mattress.
Big Fig Classic Mattress
- Medium-Firm Support
- Best for Multi-Position Sleepers
- THERMOGEL COOLING® Technology
Big Fig Adjustable Base - Twin XL
- Smooth, wireless operation with preset positions
- Supports up to 1,250 lbs
- 10-year limited warranty
- Quick and easy to assemble
Choose Big Fig for Back Pain
While you may initially be trying to save an extra buck or two on a mattress purchase, it’s only going to cost you in the long run. As you’ve learned, the best mattress for back pain is constructed of quality materials. Since we believe everyone deserves a pain-free sleeping experience, we also offer pain-free financing options. Sleep now; pay later!
The best bed for back pain needs a Big Fig Mattress. Say goodbye to lousy back support and hello to a good night’s sleep.
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The Big Fig Mattress is proudly endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) for its exceptional quality, support, and design following a rigorous evaluation process conducted by an ACA review board of qualified doctors of chiropractic.
