Sleep, the essential requirement of life  
     
 

Sleep needs to be a health priority. It affects every aspect of your day-day living. Sleep is as much essential in life as food and shelter is. If you think you can accomplish more in life by spending less time in sleep, think again!

Poor sleep affects accuracy and attitude on the job. Infact sleep deprivation impacts your level of alertness, your productivity and your ability to socially interact with colleagues. You know your sleep quality is poor when :

  
     
 
    You are always tired in the morning
  You have constant difficulty getting out of bed
  You need a nap during the day
  You are irritable
  You are unable to concentrate
 
     
 

A faulty mattress is one of the major reasons of poor sleep. A faulty mattress robs you of your precious sleep in many ways. A faulty mattress makes you feel sore or stiff in the morning, and is the cause of reoccurring back pain. When you purchase a mattress pay attention to 3 of the mattress's most important features. Comfort, support and space. These 3 attributes makes a mattress a good mattress.

Are you sleeping enough? Do you posses the correct mattress for sleep? Do you know what is sleep debt? If answers to all these questions is no, then have a look at some of the important aspects of sleep and be prepared to get surprised.

  
 
 
 
How much sleep does the average person need ?
  The average person needs 7-8 hours of sleep at night.
How much sleep do children need ?
  Kids need 9 hours of sleep to perform well.
Are there some tips to get a better night's sleep?
 

Keep regular hours. Try to go to bed and wake up around the same time every day, including weekends. This will help your biological clock in sync.

Develop a sleep ritual by doing the same things each night just before bed. A routine cues the body to settle down for the night.
Exercise regularly, it improve your sleep.
Do not exercise, too close to bedtime, it disturbs your sleep.

Watching television or reading in bed is a strict no-no. your bed should be reserved for sleep and intimacy.
Avoid indulging in coffee, alcohol or soft drinks too close to bedtime.
Get a comfortable mattress.
Retire early to bed, keeping worries and distractions at ease.
Finally create a restful sleep environment, sleep in a cool, quiet and dark room
What is the best mattress to sleep ?
  The best mattress is the one which has CSS factor.
 
Comfort
Support
Space
When should I purchase a new mattress?
  It is high time to replace your old mattress and get a new one when-
 
A valley has developed in the section of the mattress where you sleep.
The middle third or sides of the mattress shows signs of sagging.
The mattress creaks
Soft, non-supportive edges appear, which are a sign of edge breakdown.
You are waking up stiff or sore in the morning
You have developed a reoccurring back pain.
Are medical mattresses available in market for back problems?
 

A mattress plays the key role in providing the right support to your body while you are asleep. While sleeping your backbone should be placed in an appropriate manner, essential to avoid discomfort and restlessness. Sleepezee ensures you achieve the perfect position while you sleep, thus minimizing discomfort of any kind you may otherwise feel. Hence we can safely conclude that Sleepezee mattresses are medical mattresses. You can choose one for yourself, amongst the range of Sleepezee mattresses, with the aid of free consultancy from our doctors, who advise you the right mattress according to your weight and body posture. Do not forget to take a prior appointment with our doctor, who is there just for you.
Can Sleepezee mattress cure my back problem?
 

Mattresses do not have the ability to cure back problems unless it is caused due to inadequate support while sleeping. Sleepezee mattresses makes sure you get adequate support and achieve the perfect position, while you sleep thus erasing away completely the possibility of any kind of back discomfort caused due to lack of support.
What is "Sleep-debt"?
 

A sleep debt accumulates when you do not get enough sleep. The only way to reduce the debt is to sleep as much as your body needs every night. Make sure you are getting the right quality of sleep as well.
Are short naps during the day bad for health?
 

No not at all. Infact it helps to refresh you during the day. But if you are napping all the time, then you are not getting the enough or restful sleep you require at night.
What is the best sleeping position?
 

The best sleeping position is to lie on your back with a small pillow tucked underneath the back of the knees. This position completely unloads the stress on the spine and allows for the natural curve of the lower back.
Is falling asleep on sofa, while watching TV is a bad sign?
 

Not really, it indicates you find your sofa more comfortable than your mattress or maybe you are deprived of a peaceful night's sleep. You can prevent this habit by following proper sleeping habits and by changing your mattress.
What are the benefits of sleep?
 
Sleep is a key part of a healthy lifestyle.
Sleeping well is essential to feel your best throughout the day.
Sleep helps your body to repair itself.
  While the body sleeps, the brain consolidates the day's learning into memory thus reenergizing the body.
Problems caused by sleep deprivation ?
 
Fatigue Depression
Irritability Obesity
Memory loss High blood pressure
Difficulty in concentration Metabolism problems
Fast-forward" aging A weakened immune system
 
     
How can someone tell if they have a sleep disorder?  
 

If you are looked at your sleep environment and your everyday routine to make sure you are not sabotaging your sleep and you still feel sleepy after getting a full night's sleep, you should see your doctor. You may have a medical condition that interferes with getting a good night's sleep.

  
     

Where should I go for information if I think I have a sleep-related health problem?

  
  If you are suffering from the above problem, try and consult our physiotherapist.  
     
  For more info feel free to mail us at physio@sleepezee.com