Do you long for an adjustable bed? If you’ve seen those late-night infomercials that sing the praises of these types of beds, it’s no wonder. They look magnificent. And indeed, there are proven benefits to owning a bed that adjusts to fit your favorite sleep position — especially for people who suffer from various health issues.

Sleeping with your head, knees or feet elevated can help relieve a number of uncomfortable issues, but beds with adjustable bases have their drawbacks too. If you’re in the market for an adjustable bed, consider the many pros and cons of adjustable foundations before you buy.

 

Pro: Adjustable Beds Help People With Medical Problems

If you suffer from respiratory problems such as asthma or allergies, sleeping with your head elevated can help keep your airways open. Elevating your head allows gravity to encourage drainage of the sinuses. The same goes for people suffering from acid reflux. Another big plus: Adjustable beds can help to reduce snoring.

A bed that allows you to elevate certain joints such as knees and ankles is also beneficial for anyone who suffers from arthritis or joint pain. Back pain is another problem that an adjustable bed can help to alleviate.

Elevated beds help blood to circulate more easily within the body, which is helpful when dealing with a myriad of health conditions, including high blood pressure, heart disease and other circulatory issues.

Having a bed that adjusts can also make it easier to get in and out of bed for people with mobility issues.

Con: Adjustable Beds Can Be Pricey

Expect to pay more for the convenience of having beds with an adjustable bed frames. A bed that might otherwise cost around $1,000 could cost as much as $2,500 as an electric adjustable bed. You’ll pay more to purchase this type of bed, and to maintain it, but you’ll make up the price difference in comfort and convenience – and quite possible, fewer medical bills.

Pro: Many Adjustable Beds Have Heating, Cooling or Vibration Technology

A bed that warms itself up for you in winter or cools off in summer is a dream come true, and many electric adjustable beds offer this kind of convenience. Your adjustable bed may also vibrate to help lull you to sleep on those nights when sweet dreams are elusive.

Con: Adjustable Beds Require Maintenance

Adjustable beds have motors, gears and moving parts that will eventually wear out and need to be repaired or replaced. The best adjustable beds come with warranties to help offset these costs, but you should know that the costs of maintaining an electric bed are typically more than that of a stationary one. Because of this, it’s important to purchase an adjustable base from a company that provides service should you need it.

Pro: Adjustables Are Amazingly Comfortable

Plainly put, until you’ve tried lying in the zero-gravity position of an adjustable base, you can’t imagine how wonderful it feels. Think floating in a cloud. Or, being suspended in water. Just take our word for it and go try one. Enough said.

Pro: Adjustable Beds Are Available in Every Size

Whether you need a small bed just for yourself, or you’d like a roomy king-size bed for you and your spouse, you’ll find what you need in an electric bed. Available in all bed sizes, there’s no need to skimp on roomy comfort or to buy more bed than you need when you purchase an adjustable version.

The best way to decide whether an electric adjustable bed is right for your lifestyle is to visit a showroom and speak to a representative. Try out the beds that are on display to see how they feel and how they work before you take the pricey plunge. Most people who buy electric beds love them so much they’d never consider sleeping on a traditional bed ever again, but it’s good to be sure before committing. Also, there’s no better place to shop adjustable bases than your local Verlo store!