Linda writes: Hi Pete, I have severe chronic neck pain. Over the years, I’ve liked the down pillows for comfort, but don’t like having to replace them so frequently. Do you have, or know of a pillow that will relieve my neck pain and last longer? Thanks, […]
Read more →Stacy writes: Hi Pete, I found your site after researching mattresses and am hoping you can help us make a good decision. We have had a plush W Hotel mattress with pillowtop that is sagging significantly after only a few years. I’ve also developed neck pains and hadn’t put […]
Read more →Hi Pete, I discovered your website while doing a search for the best mattress for my situation. I’m a large man, 6 ft, weigh 270 lbs, I have bulging discs and sleep on my side. I wake up with intensely severe back pain. My wife is 5’4 […]
Read more →Hi Pete, I purchased a Serta iComfort mattress 2 years ago. I wake up often throughout the night with pain and numbness in my arms and shoulders. I have had 2 back surgeries. This mattress gives my back the support it needs with very little back pain […]
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 →Tanya writes: HI Pete, I am looking at Simmons Beautyrest mattresses. I have tested Platinum and Black models. I would prefer a tight top, likely firm. I am a side sleeper all the way. I have low back and neck pain and am currently on 10 y.o. sleep number. […]
Read more →Ari writes: Hi Pete, I am completely frustrated and confused by the mattress industry and have no idea what to buy. We slept for more than 15 years on a firm Sealy Posturepedic mattress that my in-laws bought us for a wedding present. We loved it! The only […]
Read more →Jean writes: Hi Pete, I have severe neck pain, like all the time. I’ve tried countless types of pillows, which help some for a while then too quickly lose their oomph…and the pain returns. Is there a pillow that will work and not poop out? Thanks, Jean […]
Read more →Aaron writes: Hello Pete, My son has a Simmons Beautyrest Silver series mattress in luxury firm. Do you recommend a latex topper to yous with it? He is 6 and weighs approximately 58 lbs. Also my parents are 69 and 68 and are looking for a new mattress and I […]
Read more →Karen writes: Hello Pete, I spent $3500 for the third memory foam mattress I’ve bought from one of those large chain stores. A total rip off. Since I was totally broke after that I tried to get use to it. No go! I could tell because when […]
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 →Diane writes: Hi Pete, We have a new Simmons Beautyrest Black Desiree Luxury Firm Pillowtop mattress in queen. My husband seems comfortable with it, as he is a back and stomach sleeper. But, I am a back and side sleeper. And while I am happy on my back, […]
Read more →Jessica writes: Hi Pete, I have an 8 yr old Sheraton sweet sleeper mattress and I wake up every morning with back, neck and shoulder pain! I can’t take another night of it! So, I’ve been up nights reading and found your blog. It looks like you highly […]
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 →Luke writes: Hi Pete, I’ve got 6 of mildly herniated discs in my back and a more seriously herniated one in my neck. I also have broad shoulders and weight about 190 lbs. 5’10”. I’ve been told I should sleep on my side – which is fine. But, I find that my shoulders […]
Read more →Latoya writes: Hi Peter, My husband and I are looking for a new mattress but aren’t sure which mattress is right for us. We are both average sized and both are now experiencing back pain as well as hip and neck pain for myself from not sleeping […]
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 →Brandy writes: Hi Pete, I have chronic neck pain and a bulging disc in my lower back. I have a Serta innerspring mattress with a pillow top of memory foam. The bed is less than 4 yrs old. I hate it. Have had problems with it from early on. My […]
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 […]
Read more →Vera writes: Dear Expert, I have a super hard Schiffman…and I’ve started having hip pain! I bought a memory foam pad, it gave me a neck pain and my hands would get numb when I sleep…I am lost. I’ve tried the softer models…felt good…but I am very […]
Read more →Shauna writes: Hi Pete, We have a mattress that is 15 years old. Last year, we flipped it and put a latex topper on it, as you suggested. Now it’s just too soft and we are waking with neck and shoulder pain. Do you think it’s the pillows? […]
Read more →Stacy writes: Hi Pete, My husband and I went bed shopping and we are lost with all the choices. We liked the feel of a few mattresses. All were comfortable. In doing some research we stumbled on your site (thank you!). In looking at the advice on […]
Read more →Brenda writes: Hi Pete, My husband is heavy, 5’10”- 260 lbs. And I’m 5’4″-136 lbs. I still have pain after having had major back surgery, two years ago, and I have neck pain from disc issues. We’ve tried select comfort, baffled waterbed and a natural foam mattress. All fails. As for age, 57. Thanks […]
Read more →Hi Pete, I’ve read much of your website and have a question. I’m shopping for a new bed in my home, plus a queen size in the guest bedroom of my son’s house. I’d prefer not to spend as much on the son’s guest bed because we […]
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