If you’re a side sleeper, you’re not alone. An estimated 74% of Americans assume the same position when they hit the sack, making side sleeping the most common sleeping position1.
But getting a good night’s sleep on your side means you need a mattress that’s, well, on your side. That means a mattress that’s able to accommodate the various points of pressure relief you put on it, responding with the exact combination of give and resistance in the places you need them. Not all mattresses are equally suited to this task, so let’s take a look at the best type of mattresses for side sleepers.
Made with the perfect balance of support and comfort, our selection of mattresses provide side sleepers with exactly what they need for a good night’s sleep.
As a side sleeper, you already know that the sleep position is a cozy and comfortable way to cycle through your nightly REMs. But you might be unaware that side sleeping has also been known to have a few major health benefits, like:
That said, being a side sleeper doesn’t always mean you’re sleeping on a bed of roses. Despite its benefits, side sleeping can also pose a few undesirable outcomes, like neck and shoulder pain depending on the mattress type.
So what’s the best mattress for side sleepers? Ultimately, the best type of mattress is one that can support the side of your body comfortably—particularly your hips and shoulders, where the most pressure is placed.
At Casper, we do this by designing mattresses that utilize gel pods to foster continuous ergonomic support and contribute to your ideal level of firmness.
For side sleepers, mattress firmness can be a big issue. Most side sleepers will find that, like Goldilocks, they prefer a mattress that’s neither too hard nor too soft. A happy medium is a medium firm mattress.3
A mattress that’s too firm can mean you’ll have too much resistance in those places where your body needs a little more give, like the hips and shoulders, which can cause pain in those areas.
On the other hand, a mattress with too little firmness can mean your body won’t get the proper support in those areas where you really need it, like your neck and lower back for spinal alignment .
For side sleepers, a medium-soft to medium-firm mattress is the way to go. But how do you know if your mattress is too firm, or not firm enough?
Here are some things to keep in mind:
At Casper, we know how crucial your preferred sleeping position is to getting the quality and quantity of sleep you need to tackle your waking hours. That’s why we’re committed to investing our time and energy into studying sleep and manufacturing the best mattresses for your preferred sleep position.
For side sleepers, our mattress options provide the ideal combination of support and give, ensuring premium comfort that cradles your entire body.
Here are our favorite mattresses for side sleepers.
Side sleepers will think they’ve found Nirvana when they go to bed on our Casper Nova Hybrid mattresses. Our velvety soft top layer makes bedtime extra cozy. Knit fabrics lightly cradle and stretch to ease you into bed, while the layers below offer support and relief.
But the real magic happens underneath this top foam layer, with features such as:
Our Casper Wave Hybrid mattress is another great option for side sleepers, providing that crucial balance of resilience and give. It’s also the right mattress for sleepers with a history of back pain. Why?
Essentially, the Casper Wave Hybrid mattress is a side sleeper’s dream.
Whether you count sheep on your side, your back, or stomach, Casper has a mattress that’s right for you. With a Casper mattress, you can easily get the rest you deserve tonight so you can experience your best tomorrow. Try out a Casper mattress for yourself today.
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