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6 Best Mattresses For Fibromyalgia (Review) In 2021

Last Updated: January 14, 2021

You may already know this about fibromyalgia but let’s start somewhere. There are so many symptoms that affect each person differently, making each sufferer different from the next, meaning that each has a need that doesn’t suit the next person. It can be an extremely painful condition, can be related to exterior sources like the weather or how much exercise you take, and for the right person there can be various ways to manage the chronic pain associated with fibromyalgia.

We aren't medical experts but the Unclutterer team recognizes just how exhausting fibromyalgia can be. This often means that you might sleep more than the person next door and looking after pressure points and giving you pressure relief to certain points on your body is essential and can help with the everyday fatigue that Fibro offers up.

People with fibromyalgia can suffer pressure and pain that feels like constant flu. Although there are good days, pain sufferers need good support, especially when lying down to get rest. The condition affects your sleep and can make you feel tired even when you think you have had plenty of sleep. It can cause incorrect temperature regulation as well as fatigue which makes sure that a deep sleep just doesn't happen.

A good night s sleep is vital for everyone and as well as the medication you may, or may not, be prescribed the environment in your home can offer a gentle bit of relief. We did ask neighbors and friends who are fibromyalgia pain sufferers and each was different. So, we decided to take a look at six mattresses for pressure relief to the neck, head, and back, which potentially make a good investment for people with fibromyalgia.

Some wanted freedom from back pain with specialty options that care for spinal alignment, some insisted on hybrid mattresses that support and relieve core pressure points, and some fibromyalgia sufferers simply wanted to ease lower back pain with medium-firm to firm mattresses. We hope to help you find the best mattresses for fibromyalgia that help with pain relief and provide you with a good night s sleep...

The Best Mattress For Fibromyalgia

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Best Choice
The Nectar Sleep Memory Foam Mattress
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Best Value
Bear Mattress
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Premium Pick
Saatva Zenhaven Latex Mattress
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Budget Pick
DreamFoam Copper Dreams Mattress
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1. The Nectar Sleep Memory Foam Mattress - Best Choice

HIGHLIGHTS:

    Free accessories

    6 size options

    365-night comfort and support trial

    2-inch gel memory foam

    Lifetime warranty

    Delivered free within the USA

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The Nectar Sleep Memory Foam Mattress - Best Choice
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The Nectar Sleep Memory Foam Mattress offers a traditional appearance and helps with back, neck pain, shoulders, and hips too. It seems to distribute the body weight throughout the mattress and it doesn't seem to matter if the sleep position was on the side, the back or on the stomach, so it can help with that important sleep that we all need for restoration and body recovery throughout the night. After just 7 days we found that the Nectar Sleep Mattress worked well even with hot sleeping.

We found the mattress tested was extremely comfortable, it also helped greatly with pressure relief, and the manufacturer seems to have some impressive seasonal sales even though the price seemed affordable regardless of any discount or sales price offered.

We thought that you might like that it has moisture-wicking layers which absorb any heat from the body too by moving warmth away from the body. The two comfort layers seem to work well also, made up with gel memory foam to support backs and to help sufferers who sleep with increased body heat as it seems to dissipate that temperature as opposed to an all-foam mattress or topper. And it's much less toxic and more responsive than a more traditional memory foam mattress constructed entirely with memory foam.

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2. Saatva Zenhaven Latex Mattress - Premium Pick

HIGHLIGHTS:

    Breathable organic cotton, latex, and wool

    7 size options

    180-night comfort and support trial

    Antimicrobial & hypoallergenic

    Natural & responsibly sourced

    Handcrafted in the USA

    20 year warranty

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Saatva Zenhaven Latex Mattress - Premium Pick
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With three organic layers - including 5-zone latex, latex support, and an organic wool layer - the Saatva Zenhaven Latex Mattress is covered in a quilted organic cover. We always think that the best support for shoulders and hips for pressure relieving points are best throughout the night although if you suffer from chronic pain too then the support core made up of the sustainable materials does tend to assist with certain pressure points in the back, hips, shoulders, and neck. If you are looking for a hypoallergenic and high-quality mattress that helps with aches and pains while you sleep then this might be worth the investment.

With two firmness levels, you might like the pressure-relieving benefits of the Saatva which comes with two firmness options. It has a pretty standard trial period but we do think that 180 days, or five months, is perfectly acceptable. We think you might like that it's delivered with white gloves and it is set up on your behalf, regardless of restrictions to get the mattress upstairs or to your bedroom. The Saatva Zenhaven is a good long term investment and works well for Fybro pain sufferers.

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3. Casper Original Mattress

HIGHLIGHTS:

    6 size options

    100 days trial

    Original or Hybrid

    3 control layers

    Great cooling ability

    Cover is made from recycled bottles

    10-year warranty

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Casper Original Mattress
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The Casper Original Mattress seems great for those suffering from fibromyalgia aches and pains and works well for fibromyalgia patients needing to relieve pressure using quality materials. There are two firmness options and materials including the original all-foam and the hybrid, both of which include a comfort layer providing you with a pleasant level of support and comfort throughout the night. It promises good spinal alignment with softer foam just around the shoulder area which can relieve pressure in those areas, and it will support the lower back, hips, waist, and legs so that pain is eased during a night of sleep.

We like that the top layer of breathable foam allows the release of heat - or temperature regulation - when you sleep, with the hybrid mattress including an extra layer of quality materials that have been designed to be a spare comfort layer, especially good for fibromyalgia pain.

If you like a memory foam mattress with extra, well-designed layers that help with temperature regulation you might find that from your first sleep your pressure and pain points might be relieved overnight. There are original all-foam and Hybrid mattress choices within the Casper range, each with three controlled and engineered layers - perfect for every body including people with fibromyalgia. The mattresses come boxed and the returns are easy to arrange as Casper will pick up in the unlikely event that you feel the need to send your mattress back.

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4. Layla Memory Foam Mattress

HIGHLIGHTS:

    Antimicrobial copper-infused

    6 size variations

    120-night comfort and support trial

    Made in the USA

    Lifetime warranty

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Layla Memory Foam Mattress
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Perhaps the best mattress in its mid-price range, the Layla Memory Foam Mattress has two great awards from this year including the best memory foam mattress (Tuck) and the best cooling mattress (Sleepopolis) which is good to know. Using copper gel within the foam layer ensures that heat is retained within the mattress, keeping the body on the surface cooler than standard memory foam layers. We think that it would help with widespread musculoskeletal pain that Fibromyalgia sufferers and people with other conditions need relief from. As well as offering cooling benefits and relief from pain its support core feels sturdy yet still cradles the body where it is most needed.

The six comfort layers offer a variety of benefits whether you are a side sleeper, or prefer to sleep on your stomach or your back. The overall quality and support of the Layla mattresses and for individuals suffering from the pain the Unclutterer team thinks this is an ideal all-round mattress choice which is far from the traditional all-foam mattresses that were popular a few years ago.

It's double-sided so you can choose whether you want to use the medium-soft side or the firmer side for stronger support. It will help you wake up feeling refreshed and ready for the day ahead. It works well for fibromyalgia patients, as well as those suffering from back pain, arthritis, and if you feel pain and pressure when you sleep on your current or old mattress. It isolates motion from your sleeping partner well too as well as the high density layering creating the minimum of bounce. Overall it's a high quality mattress that gives you the option to use either side for a good night of sleep.

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5. Bear Mattress - Best Value

HIGHLIGHTS:

    Antimicrobial copper-infused

    6 size variations

    100-night comfort and support trial

    Made in the USA

    10-year warranty

    Hassle-free shipping and returns

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Bear Mattress - Best Value
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With some particularly impressive awards, the Bear Mattress selections are a superb choice for many people including athletes needing proper rest during sleep, those who suffer from fibromyalgia, hot sleepers, people with restless leg syndrome, and many others who suffer body and back pain. Their awards include Best Mattress for Back Pain (Mattress Advisor); Best Firm Mattress (Sleepopolis); Best Mattress on a Budget (Our Sleep Guide).

The Bear Mattress itself has three comfort layers including one with gel-infused foam, a responsive transition foam giving pain relief to pressure points, and a high-density support foam giving it a long-lasting feel. The breathable Celliant cover also assists the multi-layers to give a cooling sensation and to increase blood flow and oxygen through the body. There are some different firmness options with alternative mattresses, as you would expect. If you want a firm mattress which is good if you don't want to feel totally enclosed and hugged - great if you suffer from Fibromyalgia and other chronic pain conditions - this option gives you a stable surface where you won't feel motion from your sleeping partner. Couples might like the most popular option of a medium firmness but it is worth remembering that soft mattresses can sag over time and don't always offer the full support that some people prefer in a firmer mattress.

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6. DreamFoam Copper Dreams Mattress - Budget Pick

HIGHLIGHTS:

    Antimicrobial copper-infused

    7 size variations

    120-night comfort and support trial

    2 firmness options

    10-year warranty

    Made in the USA

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DreamFoam Copper Dreams Mattress - Budget Pick
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A good choice for those that sleep on their side. If you do you might find that the soft all-foam medium soft mattress gives you a hugging feeling when you sleep, contouring the body perfectly. So, rather than feeling like you are simply laying on top of the surface, we think you might like that you feel the comfort the mattress offers. We don't think that this is great if you like to sleep on your stomach as it is very soft and the hips and knees seem to sink quite low, putting your body out of the ideal alignment needed for a good sleeping experience. It also doesn't use connected or pocketed coils so if you prefer a nice 'bounce' in your bed you might prefer a coil mattress with a layer of connected or pocketed coils.

The DreamFoam Copper Dreams Mattress also comes with cooling technology. Quite impressive at this price range. It helps to remove heat from the body while you sleep, keeping it at a pleasant and comfortable temperature so you don't wake up in a sweaty pool during the night so it's great for hot sleepers or those who suffer from night sweats.

In summary, the Bear Mattress options come with four comfort layers including copper-infused memory foam, a 2.5-inch memory foam layer, a 2-inch transition foam, and a high-density base foam as well as a soft-weave top layer. All layers help provide a nice support core even though this is a soft, 'sink into' mattress.

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Features To Consider With Mattresses For Fibromyalgia

Being able to reduce points of pressure during sleep are what to look out for in the best mattress to help with your symptoms. Mattresses that mold to the body and offer comfort and support are great for fibro sufferers. Firm mattresses are often a good choice as those that are over-soft may cause pain and soreness overnight, leading to even more fatigue and stress when you wake up in the morning.

Here are a few pointers for when you're looking for your next superb sleep experience that helps with fatigue and other symptoms of fibromyalgia.

Firmness

Everyone sleeps differently including people that suffer from fibromyalgia. We all have different sensitivities to allergens and how best we sleep overall. The best mattress to look out for is first how firm it is and what level of comfort and support it offers, and of course how it regulates temperature.

While a memory foam mattress conforms to your body while you sleep, more layers with a breathable cover are ideal as long as the cover isn't so thick that you sink into it - if you want a firmer mattress that is more suited to those with chronic pain through fibromyalgia then go for one with a good trial period. Some manufacturers have had their mattresses tested by professionals to ensure that pressure can be alleviated by their products.

Even though fibromyalgia contributes to widespread musculoskeletal pain, once you have started having treatment then your quality of sleep is just as important in assisting with relieving pain and stress. People suffering from fibromyalgia might like to research the following types of mattress, remembering that the three main levels of firmness are suitable for different people, and at different times as symptoms can alter.

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Types Of Mattresses For Fibromyalgia

Every single mattress is suitable for different people with varying needs. Some of us need to consider our sleeping partners who might need a split design of differing core and different layers - this can help with motion isolation too if you or your partner disturbs the other during the night when fidgeting and moving about. Here are a few types of mattresses that fibromyalgia sufferers consider.

Hybrid

Mattresses that create body contouring will help relieve pressure points. The core support in a hybrid mattress may generally be made up of pocketed coils and additional layers made up of latex, polyfoam, traditional memory foam and can include other materials. Sometimes, though, close contouring to the body can generate heat so a cooling layer or core might be preferable in order for you to achieve a soothing night of sleep.

Latex

A mattress made up of natural latex can relieve the pressure on fibromyalgia patients who move around in bed a lot. Latex can give you a chance to feel a difference each time your symptoms change, as they regularly might with fibro. Pressure relief that doesn't over-hug the body might be something you choose to look into therefore latex might be the best option.

Airbed/Air Mattress

An airbed can have its chambers inflated and deflated and they have thin comfort layers so can be altered to suit you. As you may know, your symptoms can change over time and even sometimes as quickly as overnight so you might like an air mattress if you discover that it is flexible enough to cater to such changes.

Innerspring/Coil Mattress

Even when an innerspring mattress is described as a medium-firm it can still be very comfortable when you move around during sleep. The coils make up the majority of the mattress core with some models having thinner layers. For those suffering from fibromyalgia, this type of mattress feels responsive especially for those that move around frequently due to pain.

Back sleepers might generally prefer a firmer mattress. Side sleepers might not like anything too firm as it can put pressure on the hips but some people opt to put a sturdy pillow between their knees for more comfort and support. Firm mattresses often cause neck and shoulder pain and you might like to remove the pillow to release such strain. When you sleep in a number of different positions to get comfortable, the firmness options are worth trying out before buying so the ideal mattress will come with a decent trial period and a no-hassle return if it doesn't work out for you during that time.

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How Sleep Position Affects Fibromyalgia Sufferers

For sufferers, the effects of sleep can be obvious yet they vary between everyone. Sleep deprivation can result from disturbance during the night like chronic pain, causing an erratic and very uncomfortable sleep experience. Due to discomfort during sleep, the imbalance can mean it is truly difficult to get a good night of sleep which takes away from the rest that the body needs to recover from your daily activities.

Fatigue and non-restorative sleep can actually enhance the pain caused by the condition, decreasing your pain threshold. Through treatment such as therapy and medication, as well as changes in lifestyle, fibromyalgia patients can help themselves to manage pain. Adopting good sleep habits can help to alleviate issues relating to insomnia (sleepfoundation.org). Restless leg syndrome can contribute to non-restorative sleep too and people who suffer from fibromyalgia are more likely to have this also.

While you can't always determine whether you prefer one sleep position to another, or what position you will end up in during the night, some of us can. Getting into a good sleep pattern in a good bed, and trying to get comfortable before you sleep is always a good idea. Some try meditation, supplements that complement prescribed medication, and take regular exercise.

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Mattress For Fibromyalgia FAQ

Q: Will a memory foam bed topper help with fibromyalgia?

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For sufferers of fibromyalgia, arthritis, and other similar chronic pain conditions a mattress topper can be a good idea for those who can't quite budget for a specifically engineered mattress. Memory foam is ideal for most and can provide relief at pressure points on the body. It offers an additional comfort layer to an existing mattress, but if your mattress is already sagging or uncomfortable a foam topper will adapt to its shape over time. And, while a memory foam mattress topper hugs the contours of your body and is comfortable it can also make you hot in bed, often a problem for fibromyalgia sufferers.

If you can budget for a properly designed mattress then the Layla Memory Foam mattress is a good choice. The Saatva Zenhaven with latex is a well-designed alternative to a simple mattress topper.

Q: Are waterbeds good for fibromyalgia?

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Waterbeds don't give particularly good support which can be terrible for back pain. They don't provide motion isolation so almost every movement of a sleeping partner is noticeable. Mattresses that absorb pressure using materials that also conform to your body shape are often much better choices. Latex, Hybrid spring, or high-density foam mattresses are also ideal for fibromyalgia patients because they offer support and keep you comfortable during a night s sleep.

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Q: What stages of sleep are important in fibromyalgia?

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The average person, as you probably know already, needs up to eight hours of sleep. Those with fibro or other similar painful conditions can need up to ten hours, or eight hours and a daytime nap although that's not always possible.

Widespread pain can lead to fatigue and make you feel lethargic so switching your mattress to a better, more suitable, model can help to relieve some of that pain and help your body to rest and recover - getting better allover sleep.

According to specialist experts, sufferers of Fibromyalgia don't benefit from non-REM (rapid eye movement) sleep that everybody needs. Non-REM sleep is the deep level of sleep that we all need in order for the body to refresh and restore itself. This sleep level is important for everyone including fibro and chronic pain sufferers.

We can all benefit from a deep sleep by making lifestyle changes. That might include involving yourself in regular exercise, meditation or listening to calming sounds before sleep, creating a new sleep schedule that you stick to, and even therapy. Settling into a good night s sleep is hard for Fibromyalgia patients, and also those with a naturally active mind. Certain brain waves can send a signal to awaken so it's always difficult to settle. Hopefully some of these pointers can help lead you into a more comfortable, supportive, and calming night of deep sleep.

Sources

    Fibromyalgia - HSS

    Fibromyalgia - UF Center for Musculoskeletal Pain Research

    Fibromyalgia - Health Encyclopedia - University of Rochester

    How to Diagnose and Manage Fibromyalgia - Keck School of Medicine of USC

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