This is because certain mattresses and mattress toppers are designed to accommodate areas of stiffness and ensure your weight is evenly distributed throughout the night. However, Shah stresses that not all mattresses and mattress toppers are created equal, so it’s important to consider all of your options before committing to a purchase. How it arrives: Nectar mattresses arrive in a box and can weigh anywhere between 40 and 83 pounds. Per its product page, the mattress needs 24 hours to expand and air out before it’s ready to be slept in. As far as that out-of-the-box smell, reviewers note it can linger for a couple of days or weeks. Still, the mattress has received over 44,400 reviews and an average of 4.8 out of a potential 5-star rating to date. The mattress also contains a “sense and do” technology that tracks and measures your biometrics (i.e., your average heart rate, breathing rates, movements, etc.) while you sleep so it can adjust to your individual needs automatically. What’s more, the Sleep Number m7 360 Smart Bed mattress is adjustable on both sides of the bed. This means that should your stats differ from those of your partner, each sleeper can still clock in their best night’s sleep. How it arrives: The Sleep Number m7 360 Smart Bed Mattress is delivered by professionals who will not only fully assemble your new mattress but also show you how everything works. Users note there is an adjustment period, and it can take a few nights to find the best settings for your sleep preferences. Once you do, however, you’re in for an excellent night’s rest that’s easy on the back, neck, and shoulders. Purple Mattress is known for its smart marketing campaigns, but its products come highly recommended, too. The Hybrid Premier alone has over 1,900 reviews on the brand’s website, garnering a solid average of 4.4 out of a potential five stars. How it arrives: In terms of delivery, a standard purple mattress is only available via FedEx or UPS and is dropped off in a recyclable box at your doorstep. In-home delivery is offered when you purchase one of its hybrid mattresses—either the Hybrid or Hybrid Premier. This means a professional from Purple will come inside, set up your mattress wherever you’d like it, and take away your old mattress for you. A standard mattress is 11 inches thick, and 3 of those inches are made from GOLS-certified organic latex rubber foam to ensure optimal firmness, comfort, and support. (You can also choose to upgrade your mattress by adding a European-style topper that’s filled with an additional 2-inch layer of organic latex for extra pressure point relief.) What’s more, the Avocado mattress contains up to 1,414 individually tuned steel coils that are meticulously arranged in 5 distinct ergonomic zones to keep your back aligned and your weight evenly distributed to relieve pressure point pain. How it arrives: You can opt to have your Avocado mattress delivered in a recyclable box and set it up yourself, or pay to have professionals deliver and assemble it for you (and take away your old mattress) for a fee starting at $249. The star of Nolah’s show is its Talalay latex, which is responsive and works with your sleeping body, not against it (think the responsiveness of memory foam without the extra chemicals). Talalay also offers 33% more pressure relief than synthetic latex, so it’s better for those sensitive areas that need a bit more TLC while you snooze. Still not sold? The reviews on this one really speak for themselves. One satisfied customer writes, “I knew I wasn’t sleeping well but holy moly after one night sleep on this mattress I felt like a whole new person. Woke up feeling more refreshed with no aches and pains.” Another noted, “The greatest surprise of all was the relief of hip pain! Truly happy for this and the overall sleep benefits.” How it arrives: You have two options when it comes to Nolah delivery: Either your mattress is shipped to your door via FedEx or you can opt for “white glove service,” in which a third-party logistics partner of Nolah will either remove your old mattress, set up your new mattress, or both. However, the service does cost extra. The Wave Hybrid Snow Mattress is rated just over 4 out of 5 stars, with customers highly recommending giving the bedding a try for yourself. One reviewer noted, “I suffered from back pain and was in a desperate need for a new mattress… Overall I am extremely happy with my choice and fully recommend the Wave Hybrid Snow to anyone.” How it arrives: Options for in-home delivery and setup are available. A Casper professional will deliver your mattress to your preferred bedroom, set it up, and remove all the packaging, so you don’t have to. Disposal options for previously owned mattresses are also available, but the service costs $199, plus tax. Your mattress is ready to be slept on once it lies flat. This could take minutes, or longer, depending on the dimensions of the mattress. According to Shah, anyone in the market for a mattress designed to relieve pressure point aches and pains should prioritize mattresses that conform to the neck, back, and spine. Your preferred sleep position is also worth noting, but remember that oftentimes, people change positions as they sleep. Ergo, finding a mattress that caters to all pressure points, not just specific areas along the body, is key. When choosing which of the best mattresses for pressure point relief is right for you, there are a few things to consider, including how the mattress is made, what it’s made of, the brand’s reputation, and whether or not its sustainability principles reflect your personal preferences. Keeping these details in mind, you can rest assured there exists a mattress for you and your budget.
