Ruptured Disc, Back Pain, Doctor Says Pillowtop Mattress

​Hi Pete,
I have a lumbar ruptured disc pressing on a root nerve as well as multiple minor vertebral issues related to normal aging. 
My pain management doctor three times said pllowtop when I asked what type of mattress to get. So when I read your information it appears you discourage these type mattresses. 
Can you advise me?
Thank You, Debra


Hi Debra,
What your doctor is suggesting, is a mattress with a softer sleeping surface. What your doctor does know is, the pillow top part f a mattress is the first thing to wear. When it does, the whole mattress is, essentially, shot…no longer comfortable and your pain returns.
It’s a lot of money to waste for such short usage.
What your doctor doesn’t know is that there is something to avoid.
Many mattresses use memory foam, which is specifically designed to cause a mattress to need frequent replacing…with or without a pillow top.


Your back and spine require some degree of firm support.
The best you can do is opt for a mattress that uses an individually pocketed coil system, which provides firm, contouring support, which maintains the natural alignment of the body and spine.
This type of mattress that’s upholstered with Pure, Organic and Hypoallergenic Latex will provide long lasting comfort.


If you need a soft sleeping surface, then add a removable pillow top.
A soft latex mattress topper lasts for years.
And when it does need to be replaced, you can do that for a lot less money than having to replace the entire mattress.


I have 2 mattresses that I recommend highly.


The PlushBeds Luxury Bliss Mattress 
https://www.plushbeds.com/products/12-luxury-bliss-natural-latex-mattress-with-encased-coils?variant=31705061490786&sscid=71k8_pjs8o&utm_source=share-a-sale&utm_campaign=4342051


The Williams Kingston Plush Mattress 
https://cc-mattress-llc.square.site/product/kingston-plush/105?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=TBPEGMF6GAOUPNC4SCBQMGLT 


Best value for Latex Mattress Toppers is had from Latex for Less.
Shown here:


Latex for Less Mattress Toppers
https://www.latexforless.com/products/latex-topper?variant=134346899481&sscid=71k8_rmsu0&utm_source=share-a-sale&utm_campaign=4342051


If you need a new boxspring/foundation, I recommend the Magniflex KD Foundation, which comes in your choice of height and color.
They’re very strong and assemble easily with no tools needed.
Shown here: 


https://www.themattressexpert.com/foundations_and_bases.html#/


Also recommended is a waterproof mattress protector, which prevents perspiration from seeping into the upholstery materials.
Keeping your mattress clean and dry will enhance longevity.
The Sleep & Beyond Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector is my recommendation…the one we use at home.
It sleeps cool and works well.
Shown here:




https://www.themattressexpert.com/sleep_and_beyond_protectors_and_encasements.html#/




Thanks, Pete - TME

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