As much as I’d love to sink into a super plush pillowtop mattress every night, I have to be realistic: My aching lower back needs some good support. But are luxury mattresses better for back pain? They definitely are. So here are the three mattresses I’d buy in today’s Labor Day sale.
For almost five years, I’ve been reviewing some of the world’s best mattresses for all sleeping positions, and while I wish I never had to suffer from back pain, I’m fortunate to be able to use my experience to help others who suffer from the same pain I do.
Below are some luxury mattresses for back pain that we think are worth splurging on in today’s Labor Day mattress sales: There are more affordable options on sale today (see our Labor Day guide above), but these three have everything someone with back pain needs to sleep comfortably.
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3 luxury mattresses that are effective for lower back pain
Are luxury, firm mattresses good for back pain?
“Luxury Firm” mattresses are designed to balance softness and support, just like the mattresses found in the finest hotels, and typically range from medium to medium firm, but this can vary from brand to brand as there is no industry standard for firmness.
Falling roughly in the middle of the firmness scale, a premium firm mattress can be a good option for people with back pain, especially if it has ergonomic elements that provide targeted support for the lower back. However, comfort and firmness are subjective and there are no uniform standards across brands, so the only way to really know how a mattress feels is to try it for yourself.
For people with back or joint pain, we highly recommend choosing a mattress that offers a long trial period so you can take the time to break it in. You can also visit your local mattress store to try out the bed in person and speak to a salesperson.