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Because sciatica causes pain from the lower back through the hips and legs, finding a mattress that reduces soreness and pressure is important. Many mattress models include components that specifically target pressure points, which may help reduce pain by redistributing the sleeper’s weight and keeping the spine aligned.
Our in-house testing team tried out some of the best mattresses available for sciatica-related pain. They rated these mattresses in several performance categories, focusing primarily on pressure relief and ease of movement, which are often high priorities for those with sciatica.
We’ll cover our picks for the best mattress for sciatica. We’ll also provide information and tips for finding the best mattress for you.
Sleep Doctor’s Picks
Best Overall
WinkBed
Details
Trial Length 120 nights (30 night requirement)
Warranty Lifetime, Limited
Trial Length / Warranty
120 nights (30 night requirement) / Lifetime, Limited
Type Innerspring
Firmness Medium Soft (4), Medium Firm (6), Firm (7), Firm (8)
Price $1,149 – $2,049
Sleep Doctor’s Take
The WinkBed provides a range of firmness options to accommodate different body types and position preferences. Our testing showed that each option performed well for different sleepers, offering good pressure relief, edge support, and temperature neutrality. This bed’s high-end materials also give it a luxury feel.
Highlights
- Four firmness options to suit a wide range of sleepers
- Reinforced edges make it easier to get in and out of bed
- Zoned coils promote good sleep posture
Drawbacks
- Performance ratings vary across firmness levels
- Luxury materials increase the price
- Lacks the close contouring of memory foam
The WinkBed is an innerspring mattress available in four firmness levels: medium soft (4), medium firm (6), firm (7), and firm (8). Combining polyfoam and pocketed coils, this mattress relieves significant pressure with its sturdy and responsive sleep surface. Thanks to the wide range of firmness options, nearly all of our testers found a comfortable option.
How Does It Feel?
The medium soft (4) model performed well for our testers under 230 who sleep on their side or back. The medium firm (6) version was comfortable for nearly all body types and sleep positions, making it a good option for couples with different preferences. The two firm options provided the right balance of support and pressure relief for our testers weighing over 230 pounds.
The WinkBed rated highly in every performance category. Most notably, our tests showed that it offered exceptional temperature control, edge support, and ease of movement due to its responsive and breathable coil core.
Why We Like It
Multiple firmness options make this mattress a good choice for those with sciatica. You can select your ideal firmness level based on how it performs for your body type and sleep position.
The construction of each model varies but generally includes a Tencel cover, a polyfoam comfort system, and a pocketed coil core. Each version is also zoned for extra pushback around the lumbar region, giving those with sciatica much-needed lower back support. This mattress comes with a limited lifetime warranty and a 120-night sleep trial.
Best Value
DreamCloud Mattress
Details
Trial Length 365 nights (30-night requirement)
Warranty Lifetime, limited
Trial Length / Warranty
365 nights (30-night requirement) / Lifetime, limited
Type Hybrid
Firmness Medium Firm (6)
Price $799 – $1,499
Sleep Doctor’s Take
The DreamCloud Mattress is an excellent choice for budget-conscious shoppers who want the benefits of a hybrid design. The bed’s construction and medium firm (6) feel provide a high level of support for the back and hips, which could benefit those with sciatica-related pain.
Highlights
- Hybrid design with a budget-friendly price-point
- Gel memory foam layer engineered to relieve pressure points
- Pocketed coils provide bounce and breathability
Drawbacks
- Side sleepers under 130 pounds may prefer a softer sleep surface
- Edges may compress under body weight
- Does not provide the close hug often associated with memory foam
The DreamCloud Mattress offers the support and comfort of a hybrid design with a below-average price tag. Its polyfoam and gel-infused memory foam comfort system contours to relieve pressure without allowing excessive sinkage. The pocketed coil core adds bounce and breathability.
How Does It Feel?
We found the medium firm (6) DreamCloud Mattress provided good support and contouring for our testers over 130 pounds. The bed was too firm for side sleepers under 130 pounds, but back sleepers, stomach sleepers, and heavier side sleepers reported that the mattress had just enough give to ease pressure without letting the midsection sag.
The DreamCloud performed particularly well in our motion isolation, temperature control, pressure relief, and ease of movement tests. These results make it a good choice for couples, hot sleepers, and those with sciatica-related pain.
Why We Like It
Our testers appreciated the DreamCloud Mattress because of its construction and materials. The layers of polyfoam, memory foam, and pocketed coils provide balanced conforming and support. The cooling features are designed to regulate temperature and prevent overheating. Meanwhile, the cashmere-blend cover offers a plush, breathable sleep surface with a touch of luxury at a moderate price-point.
This mattress comes with a limited lifetime warranty and a generous 365-night sleep trial.
Most Comfortable
Layla Hybrid
Details
Trial Length 120 nights
Warranty 10 year, Limited
Trial Length / Warranty
120 nights / 10 year, Limited
Type Hybrid
Firmness Reversible: Medium Soft (4), Firm (7)
Price $1,299 – $1,899
Sleep Doctor’s Take
We found the Layla Hybrid to be versatile and supportive. Its dual-sided design provides two firmness levels, making it a good fit for sleepers with changing needs or preferences. The combination of memory foam, pocketed coils, and zoned polyfoam relieves pressure points, absorbs vibrations, and facilitates movement, all of which can be extremely helpful for sleepers with sciatica.
Highlights
- Flippable design provides two firmness options
- Performs well across sleep positions and body types
- Zoned transition layers provide targeted support and pressure relief
Drawbacks
- Flipping the mattress may be a two-person job
- Couples may not agree on the same firmness level
- No White Glove delivery option
The Layla Hybrid is a reversible mattress that allows you to choose between a medium soft (4) side and a firm (7) side. It’s a great choice for someone whose pain and preferred firmness fluctuate. The two built-in firmness options also accommodate most sleep positions and body types.
How Does It Feel?
Our testing team found that the medium soft (4) side was ideal for sleepers under 130 pounds, especially side sleepers in need of extra pressure relief. Conversely, the firm (7) side was more comfortable for most sleepers over 130 pounds regardless of sleep position.
Both sides of the mattress excelled in pressure relief, with the softer side slightly edging out the firmer side. Both sides also rated well in temperature control, motion isolation, edge support, and ease of movement. All of these features can be helpful for sleepers with sciatica.
Why We Like It
What stands out about the Layla Hybrid is its versatility. Owning a reversible mattress is similar to owning two beds in one. Each side has its unique qualities and benefits. This mattress gives those with sciatica pain more options to adjust their sleep surface as needed.
Additionally, the copper gel infusion in the memory foam comfort layer is designed to wick away heat. Each side also has a zoned polyfoam transition layer engineered to promote spinal alignment. The cover is removable and washable for easy cleaning. The mattress comes with a 120-night sleep trial and a 10-year limited warranty.
Best Luxury
Zenhaven
Details
Trial Length 365 Nights ($99 Return Fee)
Warranty Lifetime, Limited
Trial Length / Warranty
365 Nights ($99 Return Fee) / Lifetime, Limited
Type Latex
Firmness Medium Soft (4), Firm (7)
Price $1,795 – $3,990
Sleep Doctor’s Take
Our testers found that the Zenhaven Mattress provided targeted lower back support, enhanced temperature regulation, and exceptional ease of movement. This dual-sided mattress offers both a medium soft (4) and a firm (7) side, making it ideal for those whose sleep needs change. Organic and natural materials provide a high-end feel well-suited to those seeking luxury.
Highlights
- Reversible design provides two firmness options
- Made with certified organic materials
- Zoned Dunlop latex provides enhanced lumbar support
Drawbacks
- Firmer side may transfer more motion
- Heavy enough that it may take two people to flip
- Above-average price-point
The Zenhaven Mattress is a flippable model with medium soft (4) and firm (7) sides. Each side of this latex mattress is zoned to support the lumbar region while cradling pressure-prone areas. The bed is constructed using natural materials, including a GOTS-certified organic cotton and wool cover and GOLS-certified Dunlop latex comfort and support layers.
How Does It Feel?
Our testers found that the medium soft (4) side was well-suited to those under 130 pounds, especially side sleepers. The firm (7) side provided better support for side sleepers over 230 pounds, back sleepers, and stomach sleepers.
Both sides contour enough to relieve pressure and support the spine. At the same time, the latex is buoyant, making it easy to move on the bed. Latex is also naturally breathable, and air channels add to that effect. The cotton and wool cover lets air circulate to dissipate heat. This combination makes for a mattress that offers good pressure relief while also sleeping cool.
Why We Like It
The Zenhaven Mattress is designed for sleepers who need extra lumbar support. The zoned Dunlop latex comfort layer targets the lower back to limit sinkage that could lead to poor posture. This may be particularly helpful for those with sciatica pain.
The mattress also uses GOTS-certified organic cotton and wool and GOLS-certified organic latex. These luxury materials do increase the price-point, but Saatva also provides free White Glove delivery and a 365-night sleep trial, so the investment may be worth it for some sleepers.
Best Pressure Relief
Purple Restore Mattress
Details
Type Hybrid
Firmness Medium Soft (4), Firm (7)
Price $1,845 – $3,690
Sleep Doctor’s Take
The Purple Restore performed well across our testing categories. Its GelFlex Grid and pocketed coils are conforming and responsive, relieving pressure without inhibiting movement. Our tests also showed that the surface stayed cool and transferred very little motion. With two firmness options, virtually any sleeper can find a comfortable balance of pressure relief and support.
Highlights
- Purple’s proprietary buckling column gel grid provides excellent pressure relief and temperature control
- Pocketed coils and breathable cover enhance airflow
- Responsive feel facilitates movement
Drawbacks
- Performance varies between firmness levels
- May require two people to set up, due to the weight
- Does not come in twin size
The Purple Restore Mattress includes Purple’s proprietary GelFlex Grid in its comfort system. Our testers found that this material relieves pressure at the hips and shoulders while also supporting the legs and back. The bed comes in medium soft (4) and firm (7) options, allowing shoppers to select the level of pressure relief appropriate for their sleep style.
How Does It Feel?
The medium soft (4) version of the Purple Restore Mattress earned high marks from our back sleepers under 130 pounds and side sleepers in all weight groups. Back sleepers over 130 and stomach sleepers preferred the firm (7) option.
Our testers reported that the medium soft (4) option let them sink more deeply into the mattress, leading to good pressure relief and motion isolation. However, the firm (7) mattress was a little easier to move on, and our testers noted that it offered better edge support as well. Both versions stayed cool in our temperature readings due to the GelFlex Grid’s air channels and the breathable coil core.
Why We Like It
The GelFlex Grid is specifically engineered to eliminate pressure points, making this bed a good option for those with sciatica. While many pressure-relieving models maintain body impressions, the GelFlex Grid regains its shape quickly when the sleeper moves, which can prevent the feeling of being “stuck” in the mattress. Reinforced edges also make getting into and out of bed easier for those with mobility issues. Additionally, the bed is a good choice for couples since its materials absorb most vibrations, and hot sleepers may benefit from its breathable construction.
The Purple Restore comes with a 100-night sleep trial and a 10-year limited warranty.
Why You Should Trust Us
We’ve spent years testing sleep products to determine which sleepers they benefit most. With every mattress we evaluate, our team focuses on critical qualities like temperature neutrality, edge support, and motion isolation. Our testers vary in their body types and position preferences, which gives us a more accurate idea of how a mattress performs for real sleepers. To determine our top mattress picks for sciatica-related pain, we reviewed our testing data on hundreds of models, paying particular attention to relevant areas like pressure relief and ease of movement.
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About The Author
Staff Writer, Sleep Products
Katie is a writer, editor, and researcher based in Englewood, Colorado. With a doctorate in English from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, she has written and edited for Peterson’s and Innerbody Research as well as been a writing professor. Katie is passionate about helping consumers make more informed choices.
- Position: Side sleeper
- Temperature: Hot Sleeper
- Chronotype: Dolphin
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