With so many options, buying a new bed can become a complicated process. Deciding on firmness, size, make, and material can be overwhelming. And you’re not just buying a bed; you’re investing in your health.
Having different sleeping needs for your partner makes the decision all the more difficult.
But if you’ve narrowed the choices down and are already wondering which split king mattress to get, why not take the plunge and get a fully adjustable bed frame to go with it?
Here are six reasons why.
Less Pain
Arthritis causes inflammation and pain in the joints, and more than 350 million people suffer from it worldwide. An adjustable bed will not only make getting in and out of bed easier, but its ergonomic design will also enable people who have arthritis to find the position that puts the least pressure on their joints to relieve the pain.
Backache due to aging occurs when our spinal cord narrows and vertebral disks start to wear away. The loss of fluid in the spinal cord causes bones to grind against each other, which results in stiffness and pain.
Chronic back pain is also often caused or exacerbated by incorrect weight dispersal and inadequate support of the spine while you sleep. When your spine is not supported correctly, it puts pressure on the sciatic nerve, which leads to chronic back pain.
Adjustable beds alleviate back pain by supporting your weight correctly, which takes the pressure off your spine.
Less Acid Reflux and Better Digestion
Heartburn and indigestion often occur at bedtime –eating and then lying on a flat surface interrupts digestion, and lying flat makes it easier for the acid from your stomach to travel up your throat.
Being able to sit or rest in an upright position after eating prevents acid reflux and alleviates the symptoms of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease).
Improved Circulation
Sleeping on a traditional bed can impede blood flow and exacerbate heart problems. When you are lying flat, your heart has to work harder to pump blood around your body.
Swollen feet and legs or poor circulation caused by high blood pressure and diabetes can be relieved by raising the adjustable bed and slightly elevating your legs.
Improved Breathing
Asthma flare-ups can be caused by postnasal drip, which causes mucus to accumulate in the chest. Postnasal drip also causes mucous to drip into the breathing passages, which causes wheezing and coughing throughout the night and interrupting sleep.
Sleep apnea occurs when the muscles in the throat and tongue relax during deep sleep, obstructing the airway.
People who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea stop breathing for short periods while they sleep and feel exhausted when they wake up.
Elevating the head with an adjustable bed reduces postnasal drip and opens up the airways so you can get a good night’s sleep.
Adjustable beds are more easily accessible by pregnant women, post-partum mothers, those who have mobility issues due to a disability, aging, or an accident, and people who are recovering from surgery.
More Independence
Adjustable beds can be positioned so that they rise up to meet the person, making getting in and out much easier and safer.
Bedsores generally occur when a person lies in one position for an extended period and constant pressure is applied to one area of the body. Adjustable beds minimize the risk of developing bedsores because they improve mobility.
If someone has to be in bed for an extended period, performing day-to-day tasks like eating and writing is much more comfortable when the bed can be raised into an elevated position. Adjustable beds can help people with limited mobility achieve more independence.
More Comfort
Adjustable beds are easy to operate and can be adjusted to suit your personal or medical needs. You can adjust your bed according to your favorite sleeping position, reduce pressure on your back and joints, and stay comfortable while you’re on bed rest. Adjustable beds can also help with sleep disorders like insomnia.
Couples who have different sleeping patterns can adjust their own side of the bed to change their sleeping position without disturbing their partner, and elevating the upper back and shoulders can also help with snoring.
- They Come in All Shapes and Sizes
Adjustable beds come in all shapes and sizes – from twin beds to king-sized beds. There are a lot of options when it comes to adjustable beds, so it’s easy to find one that will meet your personal or medical requirements. Adjustable beds are also customizable if you have special needs.
You can even find adjustable beds with built-in massage equipment to ease your aches and muscle pain.
