Best Mattresses for Back Pain: Orthopaedic Support That Works (Expanded)

In this guide from The Sleep Shop, we keep it simple and practical so you can shop with confidence.

In this guide:

Understanding spinal alignment

Medium-firm mattresses often reduce pain. Relyon and Rest Assured offer zoned pocket springs for lumbar support.

Memory foam contours; pocket coils push back. Hybrids from Silentnight balance both.

Sleepeezee and Sealy label certain lines as orthopaedic—meaning firmer, denser layers for posture.

Neck and shoulder support complete the picture—try medium-loft pillows to maintain alignment.

If older than eight years or visibly sagging, a replacement mattress may be overdue.

Is firm always better?
Medium-firm tends to support most body types best.

Should I flip an orthopaedic mattress?
Most of our mattresses are single-sided—rotate only unless the manufacturer advises flip.