Adjustable beds why and how to choose?
In an ever-rising market for the ultimate Sleep System, most people still feel that the adjustable bed which was initially used in hospitals and homes for the elderly is still that.
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A bed that
can aid the elderly in and out of bed! Although they are highly beneficial in
these cases, they may also be quite vital for anybody in today’s lifestyle.
Now any
honest competent mattress salesman won’t advocate watching TV or reading in
bed, it’s not something that we should recommend.
But with
today’s lifestyles, this has become a regular way of life for some individuals.
Sitting in bed watching TV, and working to reach a huge deadline is OK if that’s
your decision.
But propping
up two pillows every 3 minutes is probably not doing any benefit to your back
or any other portion of your body for that matter.
If this
sounds like you, maybe your next mattress purchase should also include an adjustable foundation.
There are
several “side effects” from bad sleep and sleep patterns that could also be a
hint for you to check out the benefits of the adjustable bed.
Some of the
health difficulties are back problems, neck and shoulder discomfort, arthritis,
circulation problems, stomach reflux at night, snoring, and breathing problems.
Not only
does an adjustable bed give major convenience concerning aiding folks in
and out of bed but several health benefits can be taken
advantage of for everyone.
Tossing and
turning at night on their mattress is the most prevalent cause that individuals
don't sleep properly at night.
The major
reason individuals toss and turn at night is pressure points; standard coil and
spring mattresses apply pressure on certain places of your body creating
limited circulation to those areas, and as your body feels uncomfortable you change
to a new position.
Another
reason for tossing and turning is incorrect spinal alignment. All typical
mattresses are flat but our bodies are curved, the standard mattress fails to
provide the lumbar area proper support frequently leading your lower back and
hips to slide below the rest of your body.
This
generates pressure and discomfort in that location which drives your body to
shift to a different posture.
Adjustable
sleep systems provide you numerous beautiful benefits. Obviously, the
adjustable base is merely that, an adjustable base. To get all the benefits out
of your adjustable foundation you need the correct mattress to go with it.
Together
they may provide a fully pressure-free atmosphere while you sleep. Many
experiments have been done with the space program; the most known is the
production of memory foam. But there is more that was learned from how
astronauts sleep in space.
Well, our
astronauts sleep in a fully pressure-free environment experience all the time,
floating in space. In investigating the way astronauts sleep in space we have
uncovered a few fascinating things.
First off,
their heads stay slightly raised allowing for easier breathing. Secondly and
possibly more importantly, we note that their knees instinctively bend and rise
somewhat over the heart. This posture reduces strain off the spine and allows
for greater blood flow to the heart.
Only an
adjustable bed can simulate this highly pleasant and healthful position.
Keeping your body in our natural sleep posture lessens the load on your
skeletal structure by more than 85% assuring you will receive the deepest most
peaceful sleep possible.
Adjustable beds: What to look for?
An
adjustable sleep system consists of two elements, the base, and the mattress.
The Base:
There are basically two sorts of adjustable beds, the commercial model used in
Hospitals and typical consumer ones.
The
commercial product is particularly heavy-duty and generally has rails on the
sides to help someone pull themselves up.
These
versions are quite pricey and are not particularly aesthetically pleasant for
home usage unless your health necessitates them.
- Concentrate on the frame structure; you want a highly durable
construction with the look of an attractive piece of furniture. Preferably, a
typical box spring looks providing you the opportunity to decorate it how you
prefer it.
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Look for excellent motors at the “head and
foot.” Make sure they are UL Listed and CSA certified.
Preferably a
Free-fall design so the head and foot components descend by gravity solely,
this will ensure the motor receives prolonged life. Also verify that it’s
fitted with insulated rubber wheels for smooth, silent movement.
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A Polarized “Modular” electrical system is
the way to go as it means you won’t have any stray wires and with the plug-in
capability makes service a cinch.
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Look for at least a 50-degree inclination
at “both head and foot”, 60 degrees is best.
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Make sure the legs have threaded slides
allowing you to modify the height of the bed to your desire.
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Now based on your desire, make sure there’s
the availability of a massager. I don’t know about you but I appreciate the
massager, it offers that little bit of extra pampering you need at the end of
certain days.
For some brands, you have no option, either you buy it and pay for it or you can’t have it.
Having an option is always wonderful.
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Same goes for the remote, it’s wonderful to
have the choice between wired or wireless.
The
Mattress: Your mattress is the single most crucial component of any bed,
adjustable or not. The correct mattress should give the proper support,
pressure reduction, and spinal alignment even in this condition.
- Many businesses only provide coil and spring mattresses with adjustable bases. This is not precisely the best-case situation.
The coil and
spring mattresses are not particularly malleable and don't really function well
with an adjustable foundation and typically require replacement every five years.
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There are other extremely elegant
alternatives “at a fraction of the price” that you would benefit from the usage
of your adjustable base.
All are meant to provide you pressure relief,
optimal spinal alignment, and a more breathable sleep surface.
Air Mattress
Beds operate well with the adjustable base when they are equipped with
horizontal chambers, the chambers follow the shape of the bed perfectly.
Although this works well, it’s still not the optimum choice.
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Try looking at a Memory Foam or Latex
mattress, these mattresses are built from highly specialized foams and are more
resilient and malleable than coils and springs, as a consequence they will work
in harmony with the adjustable base to offer you the ultimate customizable
sleep experience.
Not to add your mattress will most probably
survive for its intended life and these foam mattresses can go for twenty years.
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The third piece of advice is to stay away from the
offer that says, “Mattress Included” seldom does this indicate you're receiving
any quality in the mattress they’re providing you. Just “FOAM” doesn’t signify
Memory or Latex foam; check it out to make sure.
So according
to your lifestyle or your health state inspect all the health and convenience
benefits of a quality adjustable bed, but don’t miss the “quality” mattress!!
Adjustable beds to ease your backache
Adjustable
beds by their mere existence as mechanical wonders of design and function are
precisely tailored to alleviate many various symptoms linked with numerous
diseases that contribute to back discomfort.
If you suffer from lower back pain, your
condition may be the consequence of a myriad of causes, many of which the
patient has no idea as to how they got it in the first place.
The reasons
connected with back discomfort include muscle spasms or sprains, ligament
sprains, joint issues, or a slipped disc.
Actual
physical impairment from occurrences such as job-related accidents is another
well-known source of back pain.
In all these
circumstances, an adjustable bed might assist soothe your painful aching back.
Why may an adjustable bed assist you? You do not have to take my word for it. I
am not a medical expert. But I do know how to cite them.
Through my
study, I have learned that medical professionals say that the best technique to
alleviate back pain is to arrange yourself with your back on the floor, with
cushions under your knees, hips and knees bent, with your feet raised on a chair.
Now visualize
yourself in that position. Looks very odd, doesn’t it? Can you imagine doing this
every time your back begins to act up?
Now envision yourself, if you can, in an
adjustable bed perfectly placed to deliver the same comfortable ease. Looks a
lot better on an adjustable bed than on the floor, doesn’t it?
There is
various advice from medical consultants on alleviating back discomfort. Heating
pads are indicated to ease severe muscle spasms and drugs such as Motrin,
Aleve, Aspirin, Orudis, and Tylenol, also relieve pain and swelling. Once again,
an adjustable bed can benefit you!
Some
adjustable beds, most particularly electric adjustable beds, are fitted with
relaxing heating units built in. Some electric adjustable beds even have a
vibrating element to massage away that nagging tight back.
As far as any alleviation you may get from
taking pharmaceuticals, the adjustable bed makers haven’t come up with anything
to replace them yet. You will merely have to set them on your night table close
to your adjustable bed.
Adjustable
beds exist in a myriad of various forms and sizes, models, and sorts to
accommodate virtually any budget. There are simple, hand-operated adjustable
beds, basic electric adjustable beds that rise and arrange themselves at the
touch of a button on a remote control device, to the top of the line,
everything you could possibly want in an adjustable bed, electric adjustable
bed.
This sort of
electric adjustable bed will feature all the bells and whistles and awe-inspiring electrical gizmos, but will also have a premium price tag. But if you
can afford it, go for it. After all, it’s your back that’s aching.
For more
significant back disorders like in the case of a person with a crippling
physical handicap, buying a hospital adjustable bed might be suggested.
These
adjustable beds are made significantly more sturdily to continue usage
in an intensive care environment.
If you
discover that an adjustable bed is just a bit too pricey for you, there is an
option and I don’t mean resting on the floor with your feet propped up on a
chair.
If the price
of the adjustable beds you prefer is out of your grasp, you may always hunt for
a nice, used, inexpensive adjustable bed.
I won't get
into the technicalities of how to get your hands on one of these inexpensive
adjustable beds, other than to note that there are publications online that go
into the specifics. Getting a decent, used adjustable bed at a fair price is
not as hard as you may believe.
One thing to
remember, regardless of the adjustable bed you eventually decide to buy, you
will need a new adjustable bed mattress to go along with it.
A mattress from an average flat bed will not fit or perform correctly on an adjustable bed. Just like with adjustable beds, there are variable degrees of quality, materials, and pricing involved with adjustable bed mattresses.