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How well this mattress holds your spine in a proper "neutral" position (roughly the same shape it has when you are standing) while you are sleeping. Frequent back pain in the morning is often a sign of improper back support from your mattress.

How well this mattress minimizes pain or tingling in key "pressure points" — especially your shoulders and/or hips when sleeping on your side. Mattresses can provide pressure relief by absorbing, cushioning, and/or redistributing your body weight.

How well you sleep on this mattress relative to your previous one. Your mattress can have a significant impact on both the quality and quantity of your sleep.

How well this mattress keeps you cool and comfortable while sleeping. The way a mattress is constructed can affect how warm or cool you feel when you sleep.

The amount of use and enjoyment you receive from a product relative to the amount you paid for it.