Olivia writes: Hello Pete, What mattress would you recommend for older woman, who is about 200 lbs. I’m a side sleeper (wide hips) and needs support and comfort? Mattresses seem to be either too soft or too firm (so far), causing muscle spasms in the hips and […]
Read more →Renee writes: Dear Pete,We have a latex mattress that is medium on top and firm on the bottom.I am pregnant and now far enough along that I have to sleep exclusivelyon my side. I’ve been waking up in the night with hip pain, so we areconsidering ordering one of […]
Read more →Hi Pete, My husband and I bought a California King Tempurpedic mattress 14 months ago. It was comfortable at first, but recently, it seems to be making my hip and back pain (primarily from lumbar scoliosis) worse. I think the mattress has softened due to body heat, causing my hips to sink further into it than the rest of my body. My spine is bending and causing considerable […]
Read more →Marlene writes: Hi Peter, I’ve bought my last two mattresses from you, both very firm S&F tight-tops. I read with dismay on your website that S&F is no longer a recommended brand. The last one I had was an S&F Holly Court, and it was […]
Read more →Gary writes: Hi Pete, So glad I stumbled upon your blog and site. For our situation, would you recommend the Simmons Beautyrest Platinum Gibson Grove or the Simmons Beautyrest Black Desiree mattress? I’m 6 feet 190 lbs, my lovely bride weighs substantially less. 😎 I’m sold on your recommendation for […]
Read more →Alisa writes: Hi Pete, We have been through multiple beds, (Tempurpedic, loom and leaf, Beautyrest black pillow top), all have resulted in sleeping in a “hole.” I am 52 years old, 5’9” 190 pounds, had 1 neck surgery and 1 back surgery, have Lupus and Fibromyalgia. My […]
Read more →Wilma writes: Hi Pete, Who knew that choosing a mattress could be such a dizzying experience? My husband is 6’2 and weighs approx. 185 lbs. I’m 5’0” and weigh 100 lbs. My husband has suffered decades of chronic pain in his lower back/hip and through his neck. The pain, […]
Read more →Mike writes: Hello Pete, I found your website, and I appreciate the information. It is very useful! I am 6’2″, 240 pounds and I have a bed with a pillow top on it. I’ve had trouble with hip pain that I’ve never had before. It’s only been […]
Read more →Robin writes: Hi Pete, I have tried a number of different mattresses expensive firm-plush, and I still wake up in awful pain. I’m at my wits’ end. I’m an Army veteran, and most of this pain is service-related. If I’m to avoid those darned painkillers, I need some […]
Read more →Angie writes: Hi Pete, I need your help and advice on a mattress. I’m in need of a queen size mattress set for myself, alone. I’m a large woman at 230 lbs, 5′ 9” and mid 40’s. I currently wake up, with aches and pains on my […]
Read more →Karen writes: Hello Peter, I have rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. The RA gives me lots of hip and shoulder pain at night and the lupus is giving me neck pain. I have a decent bed with a pillow top, but it is still too firm for my […]
Read more →Brandi writes: Hi Pete, I currently have a very firm Serta Perfect Sleeper which has sagged horribly. I am making the switch to a softer mattress because of pain in my hip and shoulder. I have been to the stores and tried out both the S&F Luxury Firm […]
Read more →Linda writes: Hi Pete, I have back pain, hip pain and joint problems with my current mattress. I am looking for something with more padding so I don’t wake up in pain. I am considerably overweight so I need extra support in the mattress and […]
Read more →Sue writes: Hi Pete, I’ve been reading about latex foam toppers on your site, and I have some questions. I have severe ddd which causes low back pain and hip pain (herniated discs at L4-L5 and L5-S1 with some nerve impingement). I currently have a very firm […]
Read more →Erica writes: Hi Pete, I was reading your page about the latex mattress toppers. I have the original sleep number bed. And although the compressor still works well I am no longer getting good night’s sleep I’m waking up with pain in my hips, lower back and shoulders. What […]
Read more →Keith writes: Hi Pete, I am wondering what mattresses would be the best choice for us. I am a 31, 6’0, 180 lbs and my wife is 5’7, 135 lbs. I was diagnosed with degenerative arthritis with pain in my neck, back, and hips. I have bulging […]
Read more →Kimberly writes: HI Pete, My husband and I are looking into getting a new mattress. But, I need help trying to find a good one for us. I have fibromyalgia with neck & hip problems. Our mattress now we have a hard time getting out of […]
Read more →Craig writes: Hi Peter, We have a six year old Simmons Beautyrest queen-size plush pillowtop mattress. It hasn’t met our expectations. We weren’t sure we wanted a pillowtop Mattress. But, we listened to the salesman’s advice. We’ve tried to rotate it once or twice a year even though it can’t […]
Read more →Kathleen writes: Hello Peter, I read through your blog and I am confused about which latex topper will help me… …or if I need a new mattress too. I have a Geovista air bed from Comfortaire, bought in 2003. This used to be very comfortable, but now I wake up […]
Read more →Robin writes: Hi Pete, I am a 44 year old female. I sleep on my side with some minor hip pain. Can you recommend an individually pocketed coil mattress with the natural latex built in? Or, do I have to buy the latex topper separately? Thank you, Robin Hi Robin, The […]
Read more →Steve writes: Hi Pete, We have a 3 year old memory foam mattress that we both hate. It is a king size. We are side sleepers and both wake up with hip pain and wake up soaking sweat. We live in Florida so it isn’t ever cold. Me: 6 ft, […]
Read more →Laura writes: Hi Pete I’m 5’2, 180 lbs with lower back, hip and neck issues. I think I need the firm mattress with a latex topper for softness. I slept very well while staying at the Comfort Inn. What’s the difference the Simmons Beautyrest Black Desiree luxury firm mattress and […]
Read more →Phillip writes: Hi Pete, I am a neighbor to your north. We need a mattress delivered to Toronto Canada. I’m on the heavy side, 5’10” 200 lbs and have a couple of herniated discs. My wife, not so much, but has a hip that always seems to be sore. I’m tired […]
Read more →Joe writes: Hi Pete, I have a friend in a nursing home, who is in a lot of pain. I suspect it’s because of the mattress he’s sleeping on. It’s an air mattress. Besides having back problems, he’s also lost some muscle mass in his hip and […]
Read more →Darlene writes: Hi Peter, I’m exchanging my Simmons Beautyrest Platinum Plush Pillowtop mattress this week and wanted to know if the Luxury Firm would be too firm. I’m a small person (105 lbs.) and am therefore concerned about not getting pressure point relief. I was also considering Serta iComfort […]
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