Sleep disorder

Which mattress helps with sleep disorders?

What is meant by sleep disorder?

In contrast to sleep deprivation, which refers to the voluntary or involuntary induced quantitative lack of sleep, sleep disorders are understood as a collective term for insufficiently restorative sleep. Sleep disorders occur when, even with sufficiently long sleep time, sleep does not provide recovery. It becomes problematic especially when sleep disorders persist over a long period, causing sleep not to provide the necessary recovery. If one does not sleep well on individual nights due to having a lot of stress during the day, that is completely normal and initially not concerning. The causes of sleep disorders can be very diverse. Often, no specific cause for the sleep disorders can be found, as they result from a multitude of reasons that come together. The forms of sleep disorders vary in their symptoms and can be more or less pronounced.

Causes of sleep disorders

Sleep disorders can have many different causes. The actual trigger of sleep disorders is often very difficult to determine; there are often a variety of influences that lead to sleep disorders. In case of doubt, a doctor can provide answers to the causes. Generally, one can distinguish between two categories of causes of sleep disorders:

  • internal factors
  • external influences

External influences as a cause of sleep disorders

All influences that disturb sleep, which do not originate from the human body itself, are also referred to as extrinsic factors. Overview of possible extrinsic causes of sleep disorders:

  • The sleep hormone melatonin is released in the brain when it is dark. Therefore, we do not sleep well in rooms that are not or poorly darkened.
  • Noise, such as street noise or loud neighbors, prevents us from resting and often causes a sleepless night.
  • After excessive alcohol consumption or poor nutrition, we sleep worse.
  • Intense exercise, especially very late in the evening, can make us sleep worse.
  • But lack of exercise also leads to inner restlessness and disturbed sleep.
  • Certain medications can cause sleep disorders as a side effect.
  • A poor sleep environment can cause sleep disorders. Neither sweating nor freezing is good for sleep.
  • Incorrect or unsuitable bedding items, such as mattresses, pillow items, or blankets, or even a poor bed frame can negatively affect sleep and promote sleep disorders.

Internal factors as a cause of sleep disorders

Everyone has likely experienced the problem at least once: stress and hustle cause a sleepless night. This is completely normal and happens to people who are completely healthy. The real problem arises when stress, depression, or a general mental disharmony lead to chronic insomnia. Sleep disorders due to too much stress are the most common type of sleep disorders. Characteristic is a difficulty in falling asleep and staying asleep. The body finds it hard to relax in the evening due to constant tension. It is similar for people who suffer from depression. They often feel tired and listless but still find no relief through sleep at night, as constantly racing thoughts prevent them from resting. A vicious cycle develops that is difficult to break.

Physical causes of sleep disorders

Internal causes of sleep disorders can also be of a physical nature. Various diseases can cause insomnia and sleep disturbances as a symptom. Another cause of sleep disorders is pain. Pain often accompanies various diseases. Here, too, a vicious cycle can develop. Persistent pain makes it difficult for us to sleep well. If the body does not get enough restorative sleep, it becomes more sensitive to pain, and it is perceived as more intense. A recent study also provides information that sleep disorders can exacerbate pain. Especially headaches become significantly worse after a night of non-restorative sleep. The greater pain then makes us sleep even worse. In the case of pain, especially back pain or aching shoulders, the choice of suitable bedding items is of great importance. A good mattress, a supportive pillow, and a blanket that neither makes you freeze nor sweat can be very helpful for pain and insomnia.

Consequences of Sleep Disorders

Sleep disorders have a negative impact on health if they persist for a long time. A variety of physical and mental symptoms can be the consequences. Overview of the Effects of Sleep Disorders:

  • Sleep Disorders Intensify Pain
  • Fatigue, Exhaustion
  • Irritability
  • Headaches
  • Increased Susceptibility to Illnesses Due to a Weakened Immune System
  • Memory Gaps
  • Impairment of Memory
  • Anxieties / Depression
  • Balance Disorders
  • Muscle Twitches
  • Chills

Tips for Sleep Disorders

Before attempting to manage sleep problems through medication, there are some tips and recommendations that can help you sleep better again. It should always be attempted to first identify the cause of the sleep disturbances. If the actual cause is not recognized, the sleep problems cannot be effectively and permanently combated. It is best to gather information on the topic of sleep disorders. Becoming an expert makes it easier to deal with the problem of sleep disturbances. The following tips can help improve sleep:

  • nutrition that is healthy and balanced
  • engage in regular exercise and sports
  • regularly allow for rest and relaxation
  • regularly ventilate the bedroom
  • a good mattress with a suitable slatted frame
  • Carefully select bed goods items (pillows, bed blankets, etc.)

The right mattress - help with sleep disorders

A mattress that is not suitable for someone cannot provide restful sleep in bed and, in the worst case, can even trigger pain, such as back pain or other back issues. The choice of mattress and slatted frame for the bed is particularly important in cases of sleep disorders. Unfortunately, there is not one perfect mattress product on which every person sleeps equally well and healthily. Therefore, everyone must find their ideal mattress for themselves. Trying it out is absolutely necessary. It is best to seek an expert as a consultant when searching for mattresses and pillows if you have sleep problems and pain.

Order mattresses at Mister Sandman

Say good night to sleep problems and find the right items for your sleep at Mister Sandman. Buying mattresses online at Mister Sandman offers you significant advantages. Overview of the benefits when ordering in the Mister Sandman shop:

  • Premium items in a manageable selection (mattresses, pillows, bed blankets, toppers)
  • Online mattress finder as a free aid and guide in the mattress search
  • guide to pillow selection
  • convenient delivery directly to your home
  • free shipping and return shipping to delivery addresses in Germany
  • 30 days trial sleeping (Because 5 minutes of lying down in the store is simply not enough.)
  • convincing quality that you can trust

The Mister Sandman mattress range

When purchasing in the Mister Sandman online shop, three different premium mattress items are available for order in 8 different sizes each. Each mattress item is suitable for different sleeping needs. Overview of the Mister Sandman mattresses:

The path to the perfect mattress - The Mister Sandman mattress finder

The search for the ideal mattress is not always easy. Therefore, we offer the Mister Sandman mattress finder as a help and advisor to find the right mattresses and pillows for everyone. This free advisor analyzes information about you and your sleeping habits and preferences and recommends the suitable mattress and pillows based on that. The following information is collected and evaluated by the mattress finder:

  1. Who sleeps on the mattress?
  2. body weight
  3. preferred sleeping position
  4. body stature
  5. preferred sleeping feel (firmness level)
  6. existing back issues (back pain, discomfort)
  7. Are you looking for a mattress for yourself and your partner? No problem. In this case, you can specify that in the first step, and the mattress finder will collect all further information for both sleepers.