Now that we\u2019ve gone over our picks, let\u2019s take a second to chat about the methodology we used to select them. You can think of this section as a round-up of all the major factors you\u2019ll want to consider when shopping for a mattress.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mattress Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

First and foremost, you\u2019ll want to think about support. While this is a vital factor for all sleepers to consider, it\u2019s particularly important as you age \u2013 it's not uncommon to develop aches and pains along your spine as you get older. When we talk about support, we\u2019re really talking about finding a mattress that lifts the spine into a neutral line all the way from the shoulders to the hips. No matter the position you sleep in, you\u2019ll want to achieve this line in order to prevent any uncomfortable sagging or \u201cdipping\u201d in the night.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

So, how do you find a supportive bed? We recommend focusing on the transition and base layers of a mattress. Elderly folks may want to keep an eye out for models with foundational support systems of pocketed coils<\/strong>, which bring a ton of support, bounce, and firmness to the structure. High-density poly foam bases can also provide some really nice support, especially to softer top foam layers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In general, senior sleepers may want to feel more \u201con top\u201d of their mattress than \u201cin\u201d it, so we\u2019d suggest steering clear of materials like memory foam that could produce a little too much sinkage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n