Shoulder Sore 5 weeks into mattress trial period?

[phoenix]

Hi abbygrant,

As a last resort, I’d like to try a latex topper but they are pretty expensive and many are non-returnable. Before I order one, I’m wondering if a 1" topper would make much, if any, difference with shoulder pressure points? Or would I need at least a 2" topper?

There is some good information about selecting a topper in post #2 here.

If the mattress needs just a “touch to a little” extra softness or a softer “surface feel” … then a 1" topper is usually enough. If you need a little to a fair bit of extra softness and pressure relief … then a 2" topper would be in the average range. If you need a fair bit to a lot of extra softness then a 3" topper would probably be the best choice.

Heavier weights generally do better with firmer and thicker toppers. Lighter weights generally do best with softer and thinner toppers.

In general … 19 - 24 ILD in latex would be considered to be in the soft range for “average” body types while very light body types may be OK with an ultra soft 14 ILD and heavier body types would probably do better with 28 ILD and above.

Some of the better sources for toppers of which I am aware are in post #4 here. This post has some information about toppers and some with return policies.

Phoenix