The reviews are all over the board with firm / softness. I have a bad hip & back and need a good support, but not board stiff. Any suggestions?
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I purchased this matress for use in my RV. I had previously purchased a 3" foam mattress for the RV and I felt like I was bottoming out so a thicker one was definitely the answer. I have a tempurpedic foam mattress in my bedroom. I would say that this matress is more firm then the tempurpedic but not enough that it effects my sleep.
598310
I like mine. It is on the floor. If you had it on a box spring, it might have less support. So put it on 3/4 in plywood.
598311
This mattress is very comfortable, it's firm with just the right amount of softness. I love mine!
1290902
I had this mattress for 2yrs & it worked great until I became pregnant. Then the mattress felt too soft & not enough support. My body changed permanently after birth so I had to buy the tempurpedic (the firmest model) which is much more comfortable & therefore worth the price. Guess it just depends on how much support you need.
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My foam pillow is firm, not rock hard, but holds up my legs. It is kind of square with a point on one end. I use the flat side up agenst the back of my thighs with my leg from knee down on top of the pillow in order to do leg exercises. I will use it when I get my artificial ankle joint to help circulation. I like mine. No complaints.
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It's not soft as normal mattress. That's the reason I got this one. I had been searching for a mattress that is firm enough to relieve my back pain. I used to get a platform made of several pieces of hard wood and put a comforter (made of cotton) on it. That was very firm and sometimes can be a little bit uncomfortable. This one is thick with good balance between softness and firmness. When it came, it was a little bit too puffy that I thought. But it gets better after some days. It is stuffed with cottons and very heavy. I'm satisfied with the quality of this mattress and would recommend to anyone who is looking for a mattress that is good to your back. So far, this is my favorite mattress. It's not soft as normal mattress. That's the reason I got this one. I had been searching for a mattress that is firm enough to relieve my back pain. I used to get a platform made of several pieces of hard wood and put a comforter (made of cotton) on it. That was very firm and sometimes can be a little bit uncomfortable. This one is thick with good balance between softness and firmness. When it came, it was a little bit too puffy that I thought. But it gets better after some days. It is stuffed with cottons and very heavy. I'm satisfied with the quality of this mattress and would recommend... » Read More It's not soft as normal mattress. That's the reason I got this one. I had been searching for a mattress that is firm enough to relieve my back pain. I used to get a platform made of several pieces of hard wood and put a comforter (made of cotton) on it. That was very firm and sometimes can be a little bit uncomfortable. This one is thick with good balance between softness and firmness. When it came, it was a little bit too puffy that I thought. But it gets better after some days. It is stuffed with cottons and very heavy. I'm satisfied with the quality of this mattress and would recommend to anyone who is looking for a mattress that is good to your back. So far, this is my favorite mattress. « Show Less
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I haven't bought this chair yet. I have severe back issues, I am usually in my bedroom by 4 or 5 in the afternoon. I would love to enjoy my downstairs a lot more, I would love to have a softer chair to relax in and enjoy my family/ Any opinions will be appreciated and taken into cosideraton
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I have two queen size beds. On is the tradional metal frame with a bar in the middle. And I have a wooden bred frame with a bar in the middle also. I have added a bunny board to each bed. On bed has a box springs as well and one doesn't. It works either way and the back support feeling is great. I have no additional bars or internal legs in the frame. If you do it's fine also. The addition and use of the bunny board is the best thing I could do since I have had back surgery and still have a very bad back. It works great and I get a good nights sleep. Go for the bunky bed boards!!
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All that said, if you want and can afford a PosturePedic system, by all means buy it. If you want a good combo setup for less and will be happy with the comfort, follow the suggestions I offered. You will have a bed much better and more comfortable than most...but do not skip or lower the quality nor standards of any one of the parts I suggested for the combination. But yes, I would suggest that the next upgrade to this mattress in the combo system I suggested would be either the finest Keetsa with bamboo or up again to the PosturePedic. All according to your taste, comfort and wallet.
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It is not stiff as a board. It's semi soft. I put my feet on it and try not to dent the corners by placing a throw pillow under my feet.
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I personally spoke with the manufacturer in Arizona about what is needed for support for their memory foam mattress. Nothing special is needed ! He suggested to me that I purchase any box spring that is well made, in other words won't squeak, and that would be adequate. In fact, if one wanted to, the mattress could be placed on a well constructed wood platform, or even on the floor itself. Of course, the floor would make it difficult to get on and off the mattress but the support would be just fine. I purchased an inexpensive, Queen size, Arkansas mfg. box spring. It cost about $100.00. It is giving all the support the mattress needs. If the box spring lasts only five years, won't bother me. . . .I'll just purchase another for $100 or so. Larry
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That is what I used this pillow for most of the time. I liked having the flat side against my lower leg and the round side against my top leg. The pillow stayed in place. I rested the pillow lengthwise from my knee to my ankle which gave my whole leg support. I had tried the "knee" pillow that had a Velcro strap but it did not work for me at all! The strap did NOT hold it in place when I rolled over, it was harder then I liked and it hurt my hip (I had hip replacement) as it tilted my leg down as I rested my ankle on my lower leg. Hope this helps you in making your decision.
1745598
It is an O.K. chair. I sometimes sit in it to rest my back But I would not buy it for a bad back. I think it would be better to look for a more solid chair.
1889238
I would highly recommend the Lucid memory foam mattress for both people who sleep on their back and on their side. If you sleep on your side, you would want a softer mattress such as a plush or gel memory foam mattress. In addition to a soft mattress, I would also suggest a leg spacer to reduce pressure on the hips.
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It is soft like a typical board. This board it the best board I have owned. I have had many over the years. Manta, Custom X, Mike Stewart etc. Never been a big fan of BZ as they are mostly crap boards. This one is different. I have two of these. Pretty much the perfect board for me. I weigh 250lbs. I was surprised how maneuverable this board is for being so big. Has the right stiffness/flex too. Never feels like it's going to crease or anything. I recommend!
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You would have to try the blue (less firm) one. I only have the black one so I cant make a comparison. The blue one would have been too soft for me.
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You know I am not positive - mine was a little different as I had badly sprained my ankle and it was weak which would throw off my gait etc. So I do really like the board. But the other thing I recommend to anyone I am talking to with a physical problem like that is the book Pain Free by Peter Egoscue. Amazon does carry it! And if you are anywhere near a clinic make an appointment. They also can do things over the internet but don't have the number for that.
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Yes and there was not for me. I was okay with that because I just "Googled" it and found out it is recommended to use with a pillow to support your head. For the money I spent I am VERY satisfied with this purchase. On the occasions where my back is stiff, I can feel it "pop" as I lay to stretch it out. :)
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off topic a bit, but we were looking at a sleep number bed because our mattress was sagging somewhat and they claim they don't sag. Yet, I've read other reviews besides yours that after some time, they lose pressure in the hip area and then the user has to raise the sleep number setting and eventually it's at 100 and still not supporting. We liked the beds in the showroom, but this was a concern. Also that it seemed a bit high maintenance- the pumps and adjustments and their sliding scale warranty policy. thanks!