Exactly How to Choose the Right Mattress for Your Bedroom Issues

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You Need Support: Foam

Foam mattresses mold to your body, so you’re more likely to stay in one position. “Stabilization can be very good for people with problems like low-back pain and disk issues, since movement can make aches and injuries worse,” explains Breus.

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You’re Concerned About Your Sex Life: Coil

“I’ve had patients tell me that they feel like they have better sex on a coil bed, since you don’t get as much bounce or freedom of movement with foam,” says Breus. And since research shows that a healthy sex life can ward off stress and even heart disease, a springier mattress is worth considering.

You Still Can’t Decide: Foam

Most bed-in-a-box brands will let you try their product risk-free for a month or longer, so you can test it out before committing. No rest? No pay.

This article was originally published in the December issue of Women’s Health, on newsstands now.