What is a memory foam mattress pad?

A memory foam mattress pad is a piece of foam made from a special type of visco-elastic foam which fits over your own mattress. They can be anything from 2 to 5 inches thick. They are great for young and old alike and will encourage a refreshing, comfortable night’s sleep.

The foam is made up of microscopic memory cells which react to an individuals body heat and weight. When the body warms the foam, it shapes itself to your own body contours giving support where it is needed and relieving any pressure areas such as shoulders, back, hips and any area which usually feels any pressure when lying down. The memory foam mattress is also said to reduce the amount of tossing and turning which aids a restful and satisfying night’s sleep

If you suffer from arthritis, back problems or have had a hip replacement, the memory foam mattress pad will mould itself to the unique shape of your body whilst distributing your weight evenly over the mattress, making it more comfortable and easier to sleep well. Patients who have to spend a lot of time in bed will suffer less pressure sores and be able to sleep comfortably and without pain. Studies have shown that a memory foam mattress pad can reduce joint pressure by up to 80%.

If you feel that your mattress is not giving you the correct support, it is not always necessary to replace it. Try a memory foam mattress pad first to see if that solves your problem. You can buy washable cotton covers for your mattress pad but these are not really necessary if you use a fitted sheet.

The memory foam mattress pad will last a lot longer that a traditional sprung mattress, so using the pad on top of your mattress will prolong the life of your bed. A sprung mattress loses up to 20% of its support during the first year of use with the memory foam mattress pad not losing any support at all.

So, in conclusion, a memory foam mattress pad would be a wise investment. It will help you get a good night’s sleep whilst avoiding any joint pain and pressure. It is suitable for young and old alike and is highly recommended for invalid or bed ridden patients to lessen the risk of very uncomfortable and painful pressure sores. The advantages of a memory foam mattress pad far outweigh the initial outlay. There is no price to be put on a comfortable and refreshing night’s sleep.

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