Mattresses for Back Pain

Waking up stiff, or feeling better once you're out of bed than while you're in it? Your mattress may be part of the reason. When a bed lets your hips sink, or pushes back too hard, your spine spends the night out of line and your lower back feels it in the morning.

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What Matters Most to Your Sleep

  • Supportive mattress for back and stomach sleepers

    Lower Back Support

    Medium feel with zoned support that keeps hips lifted for back sleepers.

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  • Firm mattress with a cushioned comfort top

    Back + Hip Relief

    Cushioned shoulders and hips with firmer support at the waist for side sleepers.

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  • Extra firm mattress with minimal sink

    Firmer Support

    Firm to extra-firm feel so hips don't sink, for stomach and heavier back sleepers.

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  • Firm mattress with cooling features for warm sleepers

    Adjustable Sleep Systems

    Mattress and adjustable base together, so you can raise your head and knees.

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Recommended for Lower Back Support

Why these picks: Medium feel with zoned support that keeps hips lifted for back sleepers. Each one was chosen for how well its comfort level, sleep position fit and features match this need, across a range of prices.

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DreamCloud Premier Hybrid Mattress
Comfort
Medium Firm
Sleep position
Side & Back
Type
Hybrid
Best for
Hot Sleepers, Pressure Relief, Back Support
Starting at
$799
DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid Mattress
Comfort
Medium
Sleep position
Side & Back
Type
Hybrid
Best for
Hot Sleepers, Pressure Relief, Back Support
Starting at
$1,099
Leesa Oasis Chill Hybrid Mattress
Comfort
Medium Firm
Sleep position
Side & Back
Type
Hybrid
Best for
Hot Sleepers, Pressure Relief, Back Support
Starting at
$1,149
ThermoBalance Mattress Collection by Brooklyn Bedding
Comfort
Plush, Medium, Firm
Sleep position
All positions
Type
Hybrid
Best for
Hot Sleepers, Luxury Comfort, Adjustable Comfort
Starting at
$1,374

Still deciding? Talk to a Bedder sleep expert.

Our non-commissioned team will help you compare these picks by phone or chat, wherever you are in the U.S.

Call (661) 430-8660

Recommended for Back + Hip Relief

Why these picks: Cushioned shoulders and hips with firmer support at the waist for side sleepers. Each one was chosen for how well its comfort level, sleep position fit and features match this need, across a range of prices.

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Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid Mattress
Comfort
Plush, Medium-Firm, Firm
Sleep position
All positions
Type
Hybrid
Best for
Hot Sleepers, Back Support, Low-Emission Materials
Starting at
$1,199
DreamCloud Luxe Memory Foam Mattress
Comfort
Medium Firm
Sleep position
Side & Back
Type
Memory Foam
Best for
Hot Sleepers, Pressure Relief, Couples
Starting at
$1,099
Technogel Elite 4.0 Hybrid Mattress
Comfort
Plush, Firm
Sleep position
All positions
Type
Hybrid
Best for
Hot Sleepers, Pressure Relief, Back Support
Starting at
$4,099
King Koil Intimate Culver Mattress
Comfort
Plush, Medium, Firm
Sleep position
All positions
Type
Hybrid
Best for
Luxury Comfort, Pressure Relief, Hot Sleepers
Starting at
$2,369

Still deciding? Talk to a Bedder sleep expert.

Our non-commissioned team will help you compare these picks by phone or chat, wherever you are in the U.S.

Call (661) 430-8660

Recommended for Firmer Support

Why these picks: Firm to extra-firm feel so hips don't sink, for stomach and heavier back sleepers. Each one was chosen for how well its comfort level, sleep position fit and features match this need, across a range of prices.

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Technogel Armonia 4.0 Firm Cooling Mattress
Comfort
Firm
Sleep position
Back & Stomach
Type
Memory Foam
Best for
Hot Sleepers, Pressure Relief, Back Support
Starting at
$3,299
DreamCloud Classic Memory Foam Mattress
Comfort
Extra Firm
Sleep position
Back & Stomach
Type
Memory Foam
Best for
Back Support, Couples, Everyday Value
Starting at
$299
Helix Plus Elite Mattress
Comfort
Medium Firm
Sleep position
All positions
Type
Hybrid
Best for
Larger Bodies, Back Support, Pressure Relief
Starting at
$1,968
Helix Dawn Luxe Mattress
Comfort
Firm
Sleep position
Back & Stomach
Type
Hybrid
Best for
Back Support, Couples
Starting at
$1,114

Still deciding? Talk to a Bedder sleep expert.

Our non-commissioned team will help you compare these picks by phone or chat, wherever you are in the U.S.

Call (661) 430-8660

Recommended for Adjustable Sleep Systems

Why these picks: Mattress and adjustable base together, so you can raise your head and knees. Each one was chosen for how well its comfort level, sleep position fit and features match this need, across a range of prices.

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Helix Luxe Complete Adjustable Sleep System
Comfort
Sunset, Midnight, Twilight, Moonlight, Dusk, Dawn, Plus
Sleep position
All positions
Type
Hybrid
Best for
Adjustable Comfort, Couples, Luxury Comfort
Starting at
$1,873
Leesa Complete Adjustable Sleep System
Comfort
โ€”
Sleep position
All positions
Type
Hybrid
Best for
Pressure Relief, Couples, Easy Movement
Starting at
$1,438
DreamCloud Complete Adjustable Sleep System
Comfort
Your choice of mattress feel
Sleep position
All positions
Type
Adjustable Sleep System
Best for
Adjustable Comfort, Adjustable Base Users, Couples
Starting at
$1,198
Technogel Cooling Complete Sleep System
Comfort
โ€”
Sleep position
All positions
Type
Bundle
Best for
Hot Sleepers, Couples, Pressure Relief
Starting at
$3,898

Still deciding? Talk to a Bedder sleep expert.

Our non-commissioned team will help you compare these picks by phone or chat, wherever you are in the U.S.

Call (661) 430-8660

At Bedder Mattress, our non-commissioned sleep experts help you find support that fits your body and the way you sleep. Lie down on supportive options side by side at our showrooms in Santa Clarita, Sylmar, Simi Valley and Van Nuys, or shop online with nationwide delivery.

Why your back hurts after sleeping

  • Your hips sink too far. Your hips are the heaviest part of your body. On a mattress that's too soft or worn out, they dip below your shoulders and bend your lower back all night.
  • The bed is too hard for your shape. A surface with almost no give can't fill the curve of your lower back, so your muscles stay tense instead of relaxing.
  • Your mattress has lost its support. A dip where you sleep, or a mattress older than 7 to 10 years, often means support is gone right where you need it most.
  • Your bed doesn't match how you sleep. Back, side and stomach sleepers each need a different balance of cushioning and support.

What actually helps

  • Support first, comfort second. Look for a bed that keeps your spine in a straight, natural line in the position you sleep in most.
  • Start with medium-firm. Research on lower back pain often favors a medium-firm feel over a very firm one. Your weight and sleep position still decide what feels right.
  • Zoned support. Many of our mattresses are firmer under the hips and lower back and softer at the shoulders, so your heaviest areas stay lifted.
  • An adjustable base. Raising your head and knees slightly takes pressure off the lower back for many people, and makes getting in and out of bed easier.
  • The right pillow. A pillow matched to your sleep position keeps your neck in line with the rest of your spine.

Find your fit by sleep position

  • Back sleepers: a medium to medium-firm feel with zoned lumbar support.
  • Side sleepers: softer cushioning at the shoulders and hips, with firmer support at the waist.
  • Stomach sleepers: firmer support so your hips don't sink and arch your back.
  • Prefer it firm? See our firm and extra-firm mattresses.

Try them in person at our 4 showrooms

The best test is lying down for a few minutes in the position you actually sleep in. Our team will help you compare options side by side, with no pressure.

Call ahead to confirm which models are on the floor. Not near Southern California? We deliver nationwide, and our sleep experts can help you choose by phone or chat.

Back pain and mattress questions

What type of mattress is best for back pain?

Most people with back pain do best on a medium-firm mattress that keeps the spine in a natural line, often with zoned support under the hips and lower back. Side sleepers usually need a little more cushioning, and stomach sleepers usually need firmer support. Trying a few options in person is the fastest way to find yours.

Is a firm mattress better for a bad back?

Not always. A very firm bed can leave a gap under your lower back and create pressure at the shoulders and hips. Many people with back pain feel better on medium-firm. Firm makes the most sense for stomach sleepers and some heavier back sleepers.

Can my mattress cause lower back pain?

A mattress that sags, is too soft, or doesn't fit your sleep position can make back pain worse, especially if you wake up stiff and loosen up as the day goes on. If your pain is severe, lasts for weeks, or comes with numbness, see your doctor.

Does an adjustable base help with back pain?

Many people find that raising the head and knees a little relieves pressure on the lower back and makes getting in and out of bed easier. We pair adjustable bases with many of our mattresses as complete sleep systems.

How should I test a mattress for back pain in the store?

Lie down for at least a few minutes in the position you sleep in. Notice whether your hips sink or your lower back feels unsupported. Our sleep experts can check your alignment and help you compare models side by side.

Where can I try mattresses for back pain near Santa Clarita, Sylmar, Simi Valley or Van Nuys?

Visit any of our four Bedder Mattress showrooms: Santa Clarita (26537 Bouquet Canyon Rd), Sylmar (12680 Foothill Blvd), Simi Valley (521 E Los Angeles Ave) or Van Nuys (6610 Van Nuys Blvd). Bedder Mattress is family-owned since 2005, with non-commissioned sleep experts at every location.

This guide is general information, not medical advice. If you have ongoing pain, numbness or a health concern, talk with your doctor.