Backache From Your Mattress? Here’s How to Tell

If you’re waking up with a sore, stiff back, don’t assume it’s just age or stress, your mattress could be the real culprit. Sleeping on a surface that doesn’t support your spine can lead to aches that show up the moment you get out of bed.

Signs your mattress might be the issue:

• You wake with pain that eases as you move around.

• You toss and turn trying to get comfortable at night.

• Your mattress sags or feels uneven when you lie down.

• You feel pressure points in your hips, shoulders, or lower back.

Over time, poor support lets your spine fall out of alignment while you sleep, irritating muscles and joints. Even an expensive mattress can cause problems if it’s too soft, too firm, or simply worn out.

At KIRO, we see this pattern often. Many patients come in thinking something “serious” is wrong, but after a few adjustments and better sleep support, their morning stiffness improves dramatically. Chiropractic adjustments restore healthy motion and alignment so your spine can recover, and we’ll help you understand what a supportive sleep setup looks like.

Still waking up sore? Book an appointment at KIRO. We’ll check what’s happening in your spine, get you moving better, and help you make small changes, like choosing the right mattress, so you wake up pain-free and ready for the day.