The Myth of the Hard Mattress: Finding the Perfect Balance for Luxurious Comfort The myth of the hard mattress originated in the belief especially in Asian countries like Singapore, that they provided better support. However, the latest research indicates that overly firm mattresses can create pressure points and misalign the spine, leading to discomfort and low quality sleep. Back Pain and Mattress Firmness A study published in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy found that medium firm beds provided better spinal alignment and comfort, which is key to improving sleep quality. Participants who slept on medium firm mattresses reported less discomfort compared to those sleeping on firmer beds. Individual Preference and Body Types Recent research highlights that the ideal mattress firmness is subjective and can depend on factors like body weight, sleep position, and personal preference. For instance, side sleepers often need softer beds to cushion their shoulders and hips, while back sleepers may do better with a medium-firm mattress that supports the natural curve of the spine. Heavier individuals need supportive mattresses that distribute their weight across the bed. This variability suggests that there is no one size fits all when it comes to mattress firmness but getting a mattress you can customise is the key. Pressure Relief and Comfort More recent studies emphasise the importance of pressure relief for comfort. Hard mattresses tend to concentrate pressure on specific points of the body, which can lead to discomfort, reduced circulation, and even joint pain. Mattresses with proper support layers distribute weight more evenly, allowing muscles to relax and recover during sleep. Sleep Quality and Comfort Sleep quality is often tied to comfort. The Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine found that participants who slept on medium firm mattresses reported better overall sleep quality and less nighttime discomfort. The key takeaway was that comfort plays a crucial role in promoting deeper, uninterrupted sleep, which a too hard bed can hinder. The science behind Duxiana beds reflects the latest understanding of what truly supports healthy sleep. By delivering a responsive sleep surface that offers both firm support and gentle comfort. The bed’s unique design supports proper spinal alignment and relieves pressure points, all while allowing for individual customization. Lets look at 3 key reasons why Duxiana delivers high quality deep sleep for many different body types:
Medium Firm Mattresses Offer Better Sleep and Comfort
Many believe hard beds offer better support, but they can cause pressure points and spinal misalignment, leading to discomfort and poor sleep quality. Research in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy shows medium firm mattresses provide better spinal alignment and comfort. Ideal mattress firmness is subjective.
Rhiannon Hills | October 17, 2024
Rhiannon Hills
Founder |
"The myth of the hard bed has now been dispelled by research and science. This myth still holds people back from really finding the right bed for them . The Dux may feel "so soft" when you first lie on it but having slept on a Duxiana for over a decade, I can personally attest that it's the supportive nature of the mattress that brings comfort and truly delivers deeper sleep. The way it adapts to your body, providing just the right amount of support without the rigidity of a hard surface, makes all the difference. The only problem is missing it when on holiday—nothing else quite compares!"
Supportive and Customized Mattresses: The Secret to Better Sleep and Comfort
1. Duxiana Supportive technolgy: distributing weight across the bed.
The Dux innovative spring system made of tensile Swedish steel provides deep adaptive support that contours the body's natural curves. Duxiana’s approach is centered on delivering a balanced level of firmness through thousands of interlinked coils that dynamically adjust to the body's weight and shape. This technology is engineered to support spinal alignment and relieve pressure points, much like the research-backed findings that medium-firm mattresses are best for alleviating back pain. Recent research supports Duxiana's philosophy. Studies show that medium-firm mattresses are more effective in reducing back pain and promoting proper spinal alignment than hard beds. By focusing on support and adaptability, Duxiana goes beyond the simplistic "hard bed" myth, providing a sleep experience that is scientifically sound and optimized for comfort.
2. Individual Custom Comfort vs. Hard Sleep
The idea that a hard bed is universally better for back support has been largely debunked by modern sleep science. A mattress needs to contour to the sleeper's body, distributing weight evenly and minimizing pressure points. Hard beds can create discomfort, particularly for side sleepers, by concentrating pressure on the shoulders and hips. Duxiana’s technology, with its responsive coils and layers of support, adapts to each person’s sleep position and body type, ensuring that comfort isn't sacrificed for support. Personalized adjustments and customization are key to Duxiana's approach, supporting individual sleep needs. Unlike hard mattresses, which can feel rigid and unyielding, Duxiana beds offer flexibility with replaceable spring cassettes that fine-tune the firmness in different areas of the bed, tailoring the sleep surface to the sleeper’s needs.
3. Pressure Relief and Deep Sleep
The Duxiana mattress technology enables the body to sink in just enough to distribute weight across the mattress giving the bed the ability to relieve pressure while still offering support. Instead of the discomfort that often comes with hard mattresses, where pressure points build up in areas like the hips and shoulders, Duxiana beds cradle these areas. The body sinks just enough to distribute weight, promoting relaxation and deeper, restorative sleep—much like the research that links medium-firm mattresses with better sleep quality. Moreover, Duxiana’s spring system works with the body’s natural movements during the night, allowing for unrestricted motion without the resistance of a hard surface. This encourages more restful, uninterrupted sleep, which is crucial for overall health and well-being
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Glad to know there is a dealer selling Duxiana beds in Singapore! They are really comfortable beds that is worth the price, not to mention that they helped immensely with my insomnia after so many unsuitable mattresses that I have went through.
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I visited the Danish Design Co showroom recently and it is great to know that Danish Design Co now represents the excellent and high end Swedish bed brand: Duxiana. My husband and I purchased a Duxiana when living in Europe and we both really adore it. We have the Dux 6006 and from the first night on that bed we enjoyed better comfort and much better sleep. I truly believe this is one of the best furniture purchases we have made, you spend so much time in bed over a lifetime it is worth the investment. The only regret that I have is not buying a Dux earlier. I would recommend a visit to check them out. It is a cool showroom.
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We got a Fredericia Rocking Chair in oak wood and it not only looks gorgeous but is beyond comparable when it comes to comfort . I Have watched tennis matches and movie for 6 hrs at a stretch and never felt any issues on my back the next day . The service at the store , post purchase and delivery is also very professional and timely. I just bought furniture for a new house from over 10 different stores in Singapore and would rate them on top when it comes to furniture with design, comfort and definitely high on aesthetics too.
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