What helps with sleep problems?

What helps with sleep problems depends very much on the cause. Alongside factors such as stress and sleep habits, your sleep environment plays a key role. A suitable mattress is particularly important: it should provide targeted support or pressure relief from head to toe. A sleep solution tailored to you can help reduce pressure points.

Which mattress is right for sleep problems?

The right mattress for sleep problems should support your body well while also providing pressure relief. An individual mattress is designed to support your spine in its natural shape. It’s important not to choose a mattress based on a one-size-fits-all approach, but to find one that suits your build, sleep type, concerns and life situation. Because these factors vary so much, a professional sleep ergonomics analysis by qualified sleep experts may be helpful. It assesses the pressure your body exerts from head to toe to determine a suitable sleep solution.

Can a mattress cause sleep problems?

Yes, an unsuitable mattress can cause or worsen sleep problems. If the body is not properly supported, pressure points or poor posture develop, which can lead to restless sleep, pain or frequent waking. In such cases, switching to a well-matched, individual mattress can make sense.

What is an individual mattress?

An individual mattress is designed to support the body in an ergonomically correct position. It supports the spine in its natural shape and reduces pressure points. It is also set up precisely for your body, to help prevent sleep problems and discomfort caused by lying.

How do I find the right sleep solution for me?

The right sleep solution depends on several factors, including build, sleep position, personal concerns and individual habits. A thorough analysis is the first step to finding out what the body needs. Modern methods allow an objective assessment of how you lie: Body pressure measurement: the sleep ergonomics simulator from slaapTEQ calculates within a few minutes exactly the pressure the body exerts on the mattress from head to toe. Pressure point analysis: this shows where the body is under too much load and where targeted relief is needed. Individual mattress: based on this data, the mattress is configured to fit, with up to 24 individually adjusted zones. Setting up the mattress for the body aims at a lasting improvement in sleep quality.

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The right sleep solution for sleep problems.

According to official statistics, more than a third of the population experience sleep problems, although the cause is not always clear. Alongside stress and external factors, your mattress can also contribute to restless sleep, tension or pain. A suitable sleep solution therefore starts with understanding your individual concerns. Different mattress features matter depending on the problem — whether it’s back pain, shoulder pain or general restlessness. slaapTEQ starts right here: instead of offering a standard solution, we tailor your mattress to your body and your sleep needs. The result is a mattress made to fit you and designed to help improve your sleep.

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Sleep solutions by problem

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Sleep solutions by sleep type

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Sleep solutions for different life situations

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Customer stories

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FAQ

Sleep solutions by problem

Back pain

Back pain is one of the most common causes of poor sleep. If you wake up feeling tense or feel pain when lying down or turning over, it’s worth taking a closer look at your mattress.

Neck pain

Neck pain during sleep is often caused by the way your head, neck and spine are positioned. You may wake up feeling tense or experience restricted movement during the day.

Shoulder pain

Shoulder pain during sleep is often caused by uneven pressure distribution, especially when lying on your side. The shoulder may be under too much pressure or may not be able to sink far enough into the mattress. Both can lead to tension and pain in the morning.

Intervertebral discs

A slipped disc or general disc problems can significantly affect your sleep. Lower back pain, pain radiating into the legs or restricted mobility can make restful sleep difficult.

Sleep apnoea & snoring

Sleep apnoea and snoring can significantly affect sleep quality and lead to daytime tiredness. Sleep apnoea in particular causes pauses in breathing during the night, which put strain on the body and may increase long-term health risks.

Restless sleep

Restless sleep can mean waking frequently, tossing and turning or feeling unrefreshed in the morning. Some people also experience sleep disturbance linked to inner restlessness, rumination or stress, making it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep.

Sleep solutions by sleep type

Side sleepers

Most people sleep on their side. It’s especially important to relieve pressure on areas under greater strain, such as the shoulders and hips, while keeping the rest of the body stably aligned.

Back sleepers

Sleeping on your back is considered one of the most ergonomically favourable sleep positions — provided the mattress supports your body properly. Your body can fully relax during sleep only when your spine is supported in its natural shape.

Stomach sleepers

Sleeping on your stomach is a common sleep position, but people often adopt it as a way to avoid discomfort when lying on their side or back. This can lead to neck tension or an exaggerated arch in the lower back.

Combination sleepers

Many people change their sleep position during the night, moving from their back to their side or onto their stomach. It often doesn’t matter whether you sleep on your left or right side — what matters is that each position needs different support.

Sleep solutions for different life situations

Couples

Sharing a bed doesn’t mean having the same needs. One person may prefer a softer mattress, while the other often needs more stability. With conventional mattresses, these differences can lead to restless sleep or tension.

Pregnancy

Sleep problems during pregnancy are not uncommon. As your bump grows, your sleep position, pressure distribution and personal feel change. This can lead to restless sleep, back pain or frequent changes in sleep position.

Older adults

The conditions for good sleep change as you get older. Your body becomes more sensitive to pressure, mobility may decrease and getting up can become more difficult. Existing discomfort may also become more noticeable when lying down.

Competitive sport

For competitive athletes, sleep is a key part of recovery. During sleep, the body processes training stimuli, while muscles and cells regenerate. The brain also processes the day’s experiences.

Teenagers

During adolescence, the body can change in sudden spurts: young people may grow several centimetres in a short time, their proportions shift, and their posture and movement patterns continue to develop — all factors that can affect sleep.

After an injury or operation

After an injury or operation, your body can feel different. Movement may be more difficult, certain positions may cause pain, and your sleep can change noticeably. Some people can’t find a comfortable sleep position, while others wake more often.

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Frequently asked questions about sleep problems and solutions

What helps with sleep problems depends very much on the cause. Alongside factors such as stress and sleep habits, your sleep environment plays a key role. A suitable mattress is particularly important: it should provide targeted support or pressure relief from head to toe. A sleep solution tailored to you can help reduce pressure points.
The right mattress for sleep problems should support your body well while also providing pressure relief. An individual mattress is designed to support your spine in its natural shape. It’s important not to choose a mattress based on a one-size-fits-all approach, but to find one that suits your build, sleep type, concerns and life situation.
Because these factors vary so much, a professional sleep ergonomics analysis by qualified sleep experts may be helpful. It assesses the pressure your body exerts from head to toe to determine a suitable sleep solution.
Yes, an unsuitable mattress can cause or worsen sleep problems. If the body is not properly supported, pressure points or poor posture develop, which can lead to restless sleep, pain or frequent waking. In such cases, switching to a well-matched, individual mattress can make sense.
An individual mattress is designed to support the body in an ergonomically correct position. It supports the spine in its natural shape and reduces pressure points. It is also set up precisely for your body, to help prevent sleep problems and discomfort caused by lying.
The right sleep solution depends on several factors, including build, sleep position, personal concerns and individual habits. A thorough analysis is the first step to finding out what the body needs. Modern methods allow an objective assessment of how you lie:
- Body pressure measurement: the sleep ergonomics simulator from slaapTEQ calculates within a few minutes exactly the pressure the body exerts on the mattress from head to toe.
- Pressure point analysis: this shows where the body is under too much load and where targeted relief is needed.
- Individual mattress: based on this data, the mattress is configured to fit, with up to 24 individually adjusted zones.
Setting up the mattress for the body aims at a lasting improvement in sleep quality.

Good sleep follows a method.

About us

slaapTEQ is not a mattress retailer. We are a network of certified sleep advisors who measure your body first — and only then create a solution. The foundation is the patented sleep ergonomics simulator, developed by the proschlaf Institute. The result: a mattress tailored to your anatomy, your sleep position and your concerns. Personal advice. Precision-made. Truly good sleep.

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