Around 80% of all adults suffer or have suffered from back pain at some point in their lives. Quite a few people wake up at night or in the morning with an aching back. Often, this is caused by too much strain on the spinal...

Some people claim that a good bed base is not important. In our experience, a good slatted base does make a difference and in particular for people with back problems. You can also opt for a different type of bed base. A slatted base or...

What are the best tips for better sleep? We have compiled the key tips for the best night’s sleep in 19 easily applicable sleeping tips. You will notice results even if you only use some of the sleeping tips. Maybe you recognise this. When we...

A good night’s sleep is a basic need and ergonomic sleep provides the best recovery of your body. To sleep ergonomically, you have to take some aspects into account. In this blog you learn why your sleeping position, your mattress and pillow and the height...

When do you need to contact a doctor immediately when you suffer from a lumbago? The GP is your first port of call. He or she will look at any next steps. In this article you read more about the causes of lower back pain,...

A good sleeping position is an important factor for a healthy night’s sleep, as an incorrect sleeping position may cause back pain, neck problems and even headaches. This article provides information about the various sleeping positions and the impact on the body. The best sleeping...

Most people avoid sport when they have back problems. However, people with back problems benefit from exercise. Regular sport can even improve and prevent back problems. In some cases – such as an acute hernia – you have to temporarily stop doing sport. Swimming and water aerobics...

Insomnia or sleeplessness is a medically recognised condition. It is an acute sleeping disorder that can become chronic if the patient suffers several consecutive nights from sleep deficiency. This can be the result of having problems falling asleep, waking up repeatedly during the night and/or waking...