Can a Firm Mattress Help with Snoring and Sleep Apnea?
If you or someone you know snores loudly or struggles with sleep apnea, you’ve probably tried all kinds of things mouth guards, nose strips, humidifiers, or even switching sleep positions. But one thing many people forget about is their mattress.
Could switching to a firm mattress actually help with snoring or sleep apnea? Or is that just another sleep myth? Let’s break it down in simple terms and see what the research says.
What Are Snoring and Sleep Apnea?
Before we talk about mattresses, let’s first understand what these sleep issues are.
Snoring
Snoring is the noise made when air can’t move freely through your nose or throat while you sleep.
