Back pain is an extremely common complaint among adults, and whether you attribute it to poor posture, carrying too much weight, or a recent injury, you may find relief by investing in a better mattress. The difficulty with this, however, is that most of us claim to have a particular mattress preference – some swear by a soft mattress, while others insist that firm is the only way to go – but few base their preference on what type of mattress offers the greatest orthopedic benefits.

How can you determine what kind of mattress can aid your back pain? The best place to start is with the mattress you already have. [Read more…]