Isotonic Memory Foam Mattress

An isotonic memory foam mattress is ideal if you need a comfortable mattress that can give you as near perfect support for your body as you can get. There are many people for whom this is essential, and others for whom it is luxurious, but first let's have a look at what the term means.

In ancient Greek, 'Isotonic' means 'equal tension' or pressure, or something similar. In music, it has a different meaning, but with regard to a mattress, it infers that your body will be equally supported in that the foam mattress has a memory that provides the same sleeping surface for your body whenever you use it. It 'memorizes' your body shape, hence the term 'isotonic memory foam mattress.'

Just a single night's sleep will make you say “Wow! What a difference!” The secret behind its amazing comfort is the memory foam that creates a customized sleeping surface that fits the curves of your body, yet you will never feel a lack of support or stability. It memorizes your body's sleeping shapes and adjusts to suit just you.

This miraculous material, also known as visco-elastic foam, was originally developed by NASA for astronauts. It was specifically created to provide perfect support to a human body over an extended period and alleviate the effects of G-force on the astronauts. The isotonic memory foam senses the body temperature and body weight and adjusts itself accordingly to provide the best support. The foam takes only a few seconds to react to body heat and weight. Even when you are changing positions during sleep, the foam readjusts to give you the perfect support for your body without you feeling trapped or stifled by the mattress.

Additionally, the mattress will relieve the pressure points that are created during your sleep. For instance, when you are lying on your side, pressure points are created on your elbow area and your hips, which the Isotonic Memory Mattress will relieve, and so you will stay comfortable.

Another interesting feature of such a mattress is its ability to retain an impression that is created on it (just like our memory). When you get out of bed, you will find that your body impression is left behind on the mattress. It will however return to its original shape in a few minutes.

An isotonic memory foam mattress design comprises of a foam base with a 2-inch memory foam on top. On top of that is the isotonic mattress topper, which is divided into two layers. The first layer is made of softer memory foam to give a great feel when your skin makes contact with it, while the second layer gives extra support.

The topper is made of 100% cotton chintz fabric with an additional 1-inch layer of antimicrobial polyester fibre to absorb perspiration, while the memory foam still conducts body heat. There is also a perimeter edge and corner support that prevents the corners and sides from collapsing if you sit on the edge of the mattress.

Another type of isotonic memory foam mattress features a premium quality high density memory foam of around 4 lbs per cubic foot which naturally moulds to your body shape with the temperature sensitivity to respond well to your body heat and weight. The two-inch foam possesses not only anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties but also checks bacterial odour.

Another very useful practical property of the isotonic memory foam mattress is that it virtually eliminates all motion transfer. What that means is that you won’t be aware that your partner is turning over beside you, since you won’t feel any movement in the bed. The mattress absorbs the pressure of the motion.

Another unique feature is a system whereby the memory foam’s open-celled structure self-ventilates, dissipates heat, and moulds to your body simultaneously. What this means is that the foam adjusts to your different body temperature patterns. So, whether your body is “Cold” natured or “Hot” natured, you will have no problem getting a good night’s sleep.

There may be some of you who are not particularly fond of sleeping in soft mattresses and prefer mattresses which are very firm. Since isotonic foam mattresses are inherently soft, then they might not suit you. However, that could be offset by the comfort you will feel after repeated use of this type of mattress.

This is particularly true if you suffer from aches and pains, especially those sore backs and stiff necks you seem to wake up with every morning. Many of these are caused by the unnatural posture your body is forced into while sleeping. An isotonic memory foam mattress properly aligns your body with the natural curvature of your spine and relieves pressure on your cervical vertebrae.

This allows you to enjoy the most comforting and uninterrupted sleep you have had in many years, irrespective of whether you sleep on your back, side or front. Such mattresses are available online, and in a wide range of widths and lengths. If you feel that a change of mattress is needed, then an ergonomic isotonic memory foam mattress must be your only choice. Otherwise, you will be selling yourself short.