Memory Foam Mattresses

Developed by NASA, the revolutionary technology behind today's popular memory foam mattresses, also known as visco-elastic foam, can lead to a great improvements in sleep and in easing sleep disorders.

We at Sleep Disorder Online have tried a number of memory foam mattresses and prefer them to the latex foam mattress, which tends to be less responsive and not as willing to mold to one's body, thus lessoning the amount of body support.

For us with sleep disorders, the noted benefits of the memory foam mattress were:

• Reduced pressure points;
• Reduced appearance of back pain;
• The mattress molds to one's body, thus supporting the spine and joints;
• The mattress seemed to encourage and improve circulation;
• The mattress seemed to help in reducing restless leg syndrome;

The brands we tried--Sensur-Pedic, Isotonic, Tempur-Pedic and Visco Lux--didn't absorb heat as some memory foam mattresses do, thus allowing for a more comfortable sleeping experience.

The potential cons of a memory foam mattress will be apparent for those used to a firm mattress; getting acclomated might take time. Still, the benefits for those with sleep disorders can be rewarding, particularly for those who suffer from back pain. As with any mattress, buying a memory foam mattress is a personal decision, so we at SleepDisorderOnline encourage you to try them out at your local mattress retailer and also to talk to your doctor before purchasing.

Of additional interest, check out our information on Foam Pillows, Memory Foam Pillows and Buckwheat Pillows.