If you drift off fastest when curled up on your side, you’re not alone. According to a 2017 study, sleepers spend 54% of their time in bed on their sides. Side sleeping aligns the spine, opens the airways, and may even aid digestion. However, this position can exert pressure on sensitive areas like shoulders and hips, potentially resulting in discomfort the following morning.
To alleviate pressure on your side, you need a mattress that cradles your curves and supports your joints.
## Features for Side Sleepers
### Supportive Features
- **Foam Layers**: A mattress designed for side sleepers typically contains layers of foam that promote airflow and provide tailored support.
- **Zoned Support**: Different body parts require varied support levels—softer foam under shoulders and legs, firmer foam under hips.
- **Responsive Coils**: Coils provide additional support at pressure points while also adding a bounce to the mattress.
### Types of Mattresses
- **Hybrid Mattresses**: These combine the support of coils with the comfort of foam, making them suitable for side sleepers due to their balanced support.
- **Foam Mattresses**: All-foam mattresses can also benefit side sleepers if designed to provide adequate support.
## Recommended Mattress Firmness
Side sleepers generally benefit from medium to medium-firm mattresses. These options offer a blend of adequate support while maintaining comfort, which is essential since your side bears your full body weight during sleep.
## Recommended Materials
Hybrid mattresses combine foam and springs, delivering excellent pressure relief and support. Side sleepers may also find comfort in all-foam options provided they offer a balance of softness and firmness.
For an optimal side-sleeping experience, pairing the right mattress with a supportive pillow can enhance comfort by maintaining proper alignment of your head and neck with your spine.
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