NEED RECOMMENDATION: What is the best bed for someone with lower back pain/sciatica?
Thursday, January 26th, 2012 at
7:16 am
Ive been looking for a good supportive mattress that will hopefully alleviate some of my pain while sleeping. I have very bad back probs (had surgery for herniated disk last year but still have pain) and also have sciatica all through right leg. Can anyone please give me a good recommendation for a bed that may help with these problems?
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Go ahead and write me off. But try this,drink a lot of water (pure) Take magnesium an bromelain.
(pinapple enzyme) And a firm mattress will help.
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Temper matress is good for us because it moulds to our shape and relieves our joints from pressure points, this was adviced to me by my Rheumatologist along with a nice hot soak in the bath in the mornings to loosen joints and muscles.
I have Rheumatoid Arthritis in my spine and surrounding muscles and every joint in my body except my kneck and hips and in all my muscles in my arms legs and back.
My pain aint even helped with daily Morphine and Codeine, I may have to go on Oxycontin soon.
I recently posted an article on my blog because lots of patients ask me the same question.
The traditional school of thought seems to have been that the firmer the mattress the better. That is why my dad always says he sleeps on the floor when his back hurts. That does not sound very fun to me. So, rather than speculate, I turn people to the evidence that is out there on back pain and mattresses.
On this issue of firmness, a study from the Lancet in 2003 reported that “a mattress of medium firmness improves pain and disability among patients with chronic non-specific low-back pain.” (Lancet. 2003 Nov 15;362(9396):1599-604.)
To add further depth to this issue, a study from Applied Ergonomics concluded that “new bedding systems [without qualification as to a specific brand/type] can significantly improve selected sleep variables and that continuous sleep quality may be dependent on timely replacement of bedding systems.” (Appl Ergon. 2008 Mar;39(2):247-54. Epub 2007 Jun 26).
Finally, a study from Spine in 2008 suggests that “waterbed [Akva] and foam mattress’ [Tempur] did influence back symptoms, function and sleep more positively as opposed to the hard mattress, but the differences were small.” (Spine. 2008 Apr 1;33(7):703-8).
So, take from that what you will. A medium firmness mattress or Tempur-pedic mattress may be somewhat better for back pain than other mattresses.
However, back pain because of its nature often times is worse first thing in the morning. This is true for many disc and joint issues. These tissues are made to move and tend towards stiffening up first thing in the morning (independent of mattress issues).
I have seen a lot of people spend a lot of money on changing mattresses only to have back pain persist. It is worth considering the evidence that is out there before sinking a fortune in a new mattress.
Let me know what you think.
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BED will not solve this problem of yours. Some other tips include:
Wear soft flat shoes that provide support and cushioning when you walk. Heels often cause jarring strain on the spine which may cause and prolongs sciatica.
Keep mobile and mildly active. Avoid sitting still for long periods of time as this is when muscles stiffen and the symptoms of Sciatica worsen.
Avoid your pain triggers such as bending over or lifting heavy objects. If you need to, then make sure you bend from your knees, keep your back straight and hold heavy objects close to the body.
Exercise regularly while emphasizing stretches that will help strengthen back muscles. If you find that you continuously feel worse after exercising, you may find that one or two exercises in your routine are incorrect and causing more damage than good. If this is the case, consult a physiotherapist or you doctor for the appropriate exercise techniques to best suit your back condition.
If pregnant, use pillows and cushions to support your tummy ‘bump’ while you sleep or lay down.
Sit comfortably and maintain a good posture. Adjusting your chair at work so that your knees are slightly higher than your hips, your arms are supported by the arm rests and you are sitting up close to the desk, will help to prevent back pain and stiffness.
Find productive ways to deal with stress and other negative emotions. These can cause muscle tension and make pain more difficult to bear. Try therapy with a licensed counselor or psychologist if you feel that stress is getting out of hand. Techniques such as meditation, deep breathing and visualization can also very effective.
Also go GREEN. An alternative to allopathic medication can offer the same benefits without the unwanted side effects. Natural herbal and homeopathic remedies have been shown to greatly relieve the pain and discomfort of sciatica, as well as prevent reoccurrence. Herbs such as Matricaria recutita, Arctium lappa and Devil’s Claw all have powerful anti-inflammatory properties and have been used for centuries in the treatment of backache and muscle cramps. Homeopathic ingredients such as Rhus tox and Colocynthis are also well known for the treatment of pain, muscle soreness and stiffness as well as nerve pain.
You may find detailed info on these over here http://www.healthherbsandnutrition.com/products/sciatigon.htm and http://www.hpathy.com/diseases/sciatica-symptom-treatment-cure.asp