Memory foam

[Ems_85]

Ahh...maybe that's where I'm going wrong. It hasn't been rotated for ages as it's so so heavy!

I would get my other half to do it but the last time I asked, he flipped it and I ended up in agony for weeks, and was wondering why the memory foam had stopped working!!

[Athran]

I'm debating on whether to buy one or not for my new bed.

Does anyone find they help? What are your thoughts?
I've slept on a mem foam mattress topper (3 ins) and found that when I sleep on my back (my preference), I wake with a crushed feeling around my shoulders/shoulderblades and upper ribs, but it's comfy for the hips.
I don't want to be making an expensive mistake here.

[sueiz]

I'm no expert, and these things are very personal, but if you find a crushed feeling having used them then I'm not sure it's right for you.

Memory foam works by moulding to your body....but our bodies are very good at moulding themselves into all sorts of positions that aren't good for us. Personally, a good supportive but not too firm orthopaedic amttress is likely to help your body mainatin good lines.

like I said, I'm no professional expert; can you try one out for a few weeks first before taking the plunge? i'm sure I've seen TV adverts for try-before-you-buy memory foam...might be worth a go??

Hope you find one that suits - a comfy mattress is worth its weight in gold!

[gila]

re "ergoflex" memory foam- if you are "sensitive to chemicals/chemical smells" ... ergoflex might not be such a good choice for you...
the memory foam they use is made in poland or china and has indeed "a slight chemical smell that fades within a week" (as per their sales person)-
from what I read "the typical chemical smell with 'produced in china' memory foam" stems from them being able to use certain chemicals that british m f manufacturers for example are not allowed to use-
and I know of peops with "chemically sensitive noses" that found that the smell just never went away...

as great as m f is... finding the right one for you... is a bit of a minefield
xxg

[meium]

I'm really, really lucky that I was given a memory foam mattress when I moved into my house. It took me a while to get used to it, like a lot of people say it is really hot to start of but you get used to it. It has really helped me though, I sleep better now than I ever have, with far less aches and pains. I used to have to put a pillow under my hips and or knees (depending on what was hurting at the time) and haven't had to since. I didn't realise you could get pillows though, might have to give them a go.

[sherah]

I was lucky enough to spot a good quality sealy memory foam mattress from Argos when they were on half price. Have slept lots better since then but do find I still can't sleep comfortably on my back, also experience crushed feeling round my neck and shoulders. I put that down to scoliosis in my neck, least I can sleep better on my side

[itmustbelove]

I decided to invest in a memory foam mattress topper (2") and yes it took a while to get used to how soft it is compared to my bed but oh the comfort !!! lol .. the pain has almost disappeared during the night, I am sleeping so much better and actually want to go to bed now on an evening instead of staying up wil I am almost comatose on the settee )

[melimo]

Hi
Does anyone have memory foam for there little ones?
Charlie has always woken at night in pain but more recently I go in to his room to find him in alsorts of odd sleeping positions. He's always tossed about but after this weeks physio he crouched next to us and his physio questioned us on it. She said its classic hypermobility that he fidgets because he can't get comfortable. So that's got me wondering if as he's getting bigger he is fidgeting in bed because of the hms?
I'm going to ask physio there opinion next week, but in the mean time wondered what other opinions on this would be.
Thanks Mel

[Eloise]

I have just bought a memory foam topper for my 4year old. She kept telling me her bed was uncomfy and climbing into mine (with a memory foam topper). Since having it she has stopped trying to climb in my bed all the time - so I guess it is good for her pain. SHe does fidget all the time - and in bed, and sleeps in very weird positions (which there is a thread on).

[madmum]

My son also has memory foam topper. He still fidgets and sleeps in strange positions but it has helped. I also have one. We both also have the pillows which we got through our chiropractor and i take mine everywhere.

[melimo]

Thanks guys,
Seems there is definitely some benefit to be had from either a mattress or topped then.
I've been looking at some prices and I'm also going to speak to physio about it. But I'm guessing we will be buying something soon.
Thanks for your input.
Mel

[parent]

Hi all

We bought a memory foam mattress for Steph, it has really helped with her dislocations during sleep, she doesn't have as many now. Prior to getting the mattress she was always getting subluxed or dislocated shoulders, hips and knees. It was expensive but money well spent.

[Rosie]

Hi Mel

If you are thinking of buying a topper rather than a mattress, have a think about what thickness you need. The thinner ones cost less but I have found that I need one at least 3 inches thick to be effective.

Rosie

[melimo]

Hi
Yes I have been looking and it seems there is a huge difference between the quality of the various mattresses available.
My husband has been looking at ebay etc but I'm very reluctant. I think we need to be sure of what we are buying along with the quality and supplier.
I think we need more information, I'm considering visiting some bed shops and doing a bit of research before we make any choices.
Who would have thought something so simple could be so complicated. But as with everything on this learning curve we will get there in the end.
Thanks for all your help and support.
Mel

[nemonie]

Some companies offer a 30day or 6 week try out offer thingy and QVC has a 30 day money back if you're not happy (and will come and pick up heavier items over a certain weight), if you think you need a trial.