When you hear someone talk about a waterbed it makes you think back to when you were a kid and everyone had one. Waterbeds were really popular back in the 1970's and 1980's and they are making a comeback today.
Many people are unsure of using a waterbed, as they are not sure if they are good for them or not. When waterbeds first came out, the mattresses didn't have as many variations to them as they do today. Today you can get waterbeds at many different levels of support ranging from full motion to waveless.
If you are unsure if a waterbed is for you or not then look at the pros and cons listed below. They map out the benefits and disadvantages of owning a waterbed. Keep in mind that what works well for one person may not work well for another.
Pros
Hygienic
People that suffer with asthma can actually benefit from waterbeds, as they do not carry such things as dust mites, as a regular mattress does. Waterbeds are very hygienic and offer asthma sufferers a clean dust free bed to sleep in.
Backache relief
Waterbeds offer those that suffer with backaches a chance to sleep in perfect posture as the bed molds itself to your body frame. It helps to reduce backaches and tension in the back, giving you much relief on a daily basis.
Relief from Arthritis
Waterbeds are heated and when you sleep on the heated waterbed, the heat combined with your weight being evenly distributed, you will find that achy joints and arthritis pains will be much less in the morning.
Bedsore relief
Those that suffer from bedsores can get much relief from a waterbed as it helps to evenly distribute your weight, making less stress on the areas prone to bedsores.
Cure for Insomnia
Many people that have trouble sleeping find that they can get a good night's sleep in a waterbed. This is due to the fact that their body can relax much better with the heated water and their weight is evenly distributed on the bed so they can get a better nights rest.
Cons
Weight
One of the biggest cons of a waterbed is the weight of the bed when it is filled with water. This is not a practical choice for those that live in an upstairs apartment of for those that have their bedrooms on the second floor.
Back Problems
While this is great for those that suffer with certain back ailments, it can also be hard for those with back problems to get in and out of the bed.
Pregnancy
Many doctors do not recommend that women who are pregnant, sleep in a waterbed. Some studies show that the rate of miscarriages is slightly higher in women who sleep in waterbeds then those who don't. This is believed to be due to the heat that the waterbed gives off. There are many pros and cons to sleeping on a waterbed but what it all boils down is your personal choice. What works well for one person may not work well at all for another.
