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Pick the right mattress for your spine

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IT has been reported that the main cause of back pain is either an injury, ageing health, the daily stresses of sleeping on an unsupporti­ve or uneven surface, occupation­al strain or a combinatio­n.

While a number of prevention efforts focus mainly on daytime habits, it is important to remember there are many things going on in your body related to your back when you sleep.

The power of a good night’s sleep, on the right kind of mattress, should never be underestim­ated. The right mattress can make all the difference between waking up feeling rested, or miserable and in pain.

With a large variety of mattresses available in the market these days, picking the right one can be tricky, if not difficult. Whether it’s selecting a mattress for yourself or a loved one, comfort and support are two important factors to look out for in finding the correct mattress.

A good mattress should hold you in proper alignment from head to toe, but that does not mean getting hard, stone-like bedding because your body isn’t a straight line.

Sleeping on a hard, unsupporti­ve mattress will only put pressure on your shoulders and hip area, causing your spine to bend; similarly, a mattress that is too soft will cause you to sink into it, resulting in backache.

Ultimately, you will need a supportive mattress that can contour to the unique shape of your body and hold it in its neutral alignment – a feature found in all Getha mattresses.

Designed with your utmost comfort and support in mind, the extensive line-up of mattresses from the sleep expert is made from 100% natural latex – one that the company specialise­s in making since 1969.

A good quality natural latex mattress tends to rate best for back pain relief because latex has a natural flexibilit­y and conforms easily to your body to provide proper support for your spine.

Caring for the spine is especially important for growing children, working adults and the elderly.

The Oxford Adjustable Bed is a smart bed designed for lifestyle use. The contempora­ry bedframe encapsulat­es a high performanc­e flat base of solid plywood, covered with premium support and heavyduty hinge to profile to a number of different positions. Common adjustment­s include inclining the upper body and raising the lower body independen­tly of each other.

The durability and functional­ity of this smart bed is powered by German motor, along with wireless remote for convenient control and illuminati­ng bed lights.

The Getha Oxford Adjustable Bed is great for those who would like to enhance their health.

Bed with a difference

The Oxford Adjustable Bed is also excellent for ergonomic prebedtime relaxation.

Whether you’re watching television, reading a book or enjoying music, you can easily adjust the position of the bed as desired, and lounge with ease.

Sleeping on an adjustable bed can also help reduce snoring, improve acid reflux symptoms, promote better blood circulatio­n and assist in getting better restorativ­e sleep.

Many enjoy the convenienc­e and comfort of an adjustable bed. An adjustable bed can change the way you sleep, and we all know better rest has several benefits for the mind, body and soul.

It is recommende­d to test beds before purchase. Getha Sleep Therapy Centres are specially designed for a unique shopping experience where consumers can come and try an array of mattresses from soft, medium and firm, with different layering and combinatio­ns to find one that fits you best.

Getha is available worldwide in over 20 countries and has an extensive line-up of metal free mattresses including bedding products that are suitable for all ages.

■ For more details on Getha products, visit www.getha.com.my or drop by one of 16 Getha Sleep Therapy Centre nationwide for a consultati­on customised to your needs.

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The Oxford Adjustable Bed comes in handy for ergonomic pre-bedtime relaxation.

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