Back pain is one of the most common complaints in Nigeria — and one of the most common causes is sleeping on the wrong mattress. If you wake up with back pain, stiffness, or discomfort, your mattress may be the problem.
What Causes Back Pain from a Mattress?
A mattress that is too soft allows your hips to sink, misaligning your spine through the night. A mattress that is too hard creates pressure points at the shoulders and hips. The ideal mattress keeps your spine in a neutral, straight position while you sleep.
The Best Mattresses for Back Pain
1. Full Orthopaedic — Our top recommendation for back pain. Ultra-high density foam provides firm, even support across the entire sleeping surface. The foam does not compress unevenly under body weight, keeping the spine aligned all night. 10 Years Factory Warranty.
2. Semi-Orthopaedic — An excellent choice for moderate back pain. High-density foam with slightly more cushioning than Full Orthopaedic. Better for side sleepers who need a little give at the shoulders and hips. 5 Years Factory Warranty.
For back pain, choose at least 8 inches. Thicker foam (10–12 inches) provides more even support but is not always necessary unless you are 80kg or above.
What to Avoid if You Have Back Pain
- Avoid very soft foam (ENO Foam and Elite Foam are not recommended for back pain sufferers)
- Avoid mattresses thinner than 6 inches
- Avoid old mattresses with visible sagging or indentations — these are a major cause of back pain
Other Tips
Pillow matters too. A mattress alone cannot fix back pain if your pillow is misaligning your neck. Ask us about our Memory Foam Pillows — they provide orthopaedic neck support.
Sleeping position. Back sleepers should place a pillow under their knees. Side sleepers should place a pillow between their knees. Both reduce strain on the lower back.
Give it time. When you switch to a firmer orthopaedic mattress, your body may take 2–3 weeks to adjust. This is normal. Stick with it and the back pain relief will follow.
Full Orthopaedic at Queen size (5×6ft) and 10 inches thickness is what we recommend most often for back pain sufferers. WhatsApp us at 08108310088 if you want a personalised recommendation based on your weight and sleeping position.