Author: Dr. Ahmed Helmy

Neck pain can be devastating, and it can also cause a significant restriction in your ability to perform day-to-day activities. One study found that as many as 21% of people may experience neck pain during any calendar year. The same study noted that the prevalence might even be higher among…

While buying a new mattress is a great way to enjoy a better sleep, after a few years, your new mattress doesn’t feel so new anymore. Night after night, your mattress feels more uncomfortable. Maybe you’re sinking into a sagging mattress, or maybe it’s starting to feel much too firm. Luckily,…

Do you dread waking up in the morning? Many people do. But a few changes to your sleeping environment and morning routine can have a big effect on your ability to wake up and get a better start to your day (and we don’t just mean really, really good coffee). One…

The ambient temperature in your room can impact how well you sleep, and a good night’s sleep is crucial for productivity. When the temperature in bed is cooler, you sleep better. If the environment gets too hot, you could find yourself tossing and turning all night long, so keeping yourself…

A lot of people think that their mattress is the reason they’re not getting quality shut-eye. What you may not realize is that your pillow also impacts your sleep because it affects the alignment of your spine. Choose the wrong pillow, and you might just end up with neck pain…

The market is filled with a massive variety of mattresses, but once it’s time to sleep, not all of them offer the same level of comfort. Organic mattresses offer several benefits over more traditional options produced from synthetic materials..  First, by choosing an organic mattress, you generally get a higher-quality product…

Did you know that a firm sleeping surface can help reduce the amount of stress on your arteries and muscles while you sleep? Firm sleeping surfaces improve your circulation and lessen muscle strain, which means you wake up with fewer aches and pains. Getting your hands on a new firm mattress…

Hip pain at night is a common concern in the general population and may be caused by a number of factors. Only about 15.6% of people with hip pain are estimated to experience signs of osteoarthritis in this joint, so most hip pain happens for other reasons. Sometimes, sleeping on the…

While a mattress may feel comfortable and allow you to sleep like a dream during the first few months or years, after a while, the upper layers often start to show some wear. When they start to sag, they don’t offer as much support, and you won’t sleep as well.…