Originally, memory foam, sometimes called “visco elastic” or “slow release foam” was invented by scientists for the N.A.S.A space project. They found that memory foam enabled astronauts to absorb the enormous pressures exerted on them on their journeys to and from Earth.
Medical science soon adopted this technology with the result that memory foam is now the most effective material for the relief of pressure points. Memory foam mattresses are now used in hospitals worldwide to prevent pressure sores, a huge problem for people who spend a long time in bed. This is where memory foam mattresses are now truly indispensible due to the special elastic properties contained in each memory cell.
Now you can experience the amazing comfort from memory foam mattresses to place over your normal mattress. The properties in each individual memory cell work by sensing a person’s body weight and temperature which then enables the memory foam mattress to mould to their unique shape and position. One of the great things about memory foam mattresses is that even when you turn and move around in bed, each time the memory foam quickly accommodates itself to your new position.
Imagine the supreme relaxation that a memory foam mattress will give you! This is how it works; a layer of memory foam is placed above your usual mattress so that it is directly under your body. As you relax, you contentedly sink into the contours of your memory foam mattress which is full of little foam cells. Each cell sends a response to your individual shape and body temperature giving comfort and relief to your shoulders, neck, knees and back. All your muscles and joints sink into utter relaxation giving you a delicious feeling of lightness as you drift into peaceful sleep.
Memory foam mattresses differ from ordinary mattresses whether pocket sprung, coil sprung, foam or latex. All these are similar in that they require your body to mould to their shape, building up pressure around your shoulders, elbows, hips and knees. The result is decreased blood supply - and discomfort - particularly bad for back sufferers.
But now help is at hand! Memory foam mattresses are amazing in that they are able to support all the little hollows in your back, giving fantastic support and comfort, so that you can enjoy a good night’s sleep and wake up refreshed.
