How to Fix a Sagging Mattress for Back Pain Relief

[@nancyincanada5553]

I had severe back pain from a sagging mattress. Tried what you suggested and it worked great! No more pain! Thank you!

[@pritpalsingh1960]

Did you strech out something i have the same issue

[@edatao2]

Who ever came up with these horrible mattresses has taken many people. I remember when a good mattress lasted many years. We all sure are getting taken with these cheap mattresses. I don’t even like to travel because of them. Thanks, will try.

[@stewthebassman]

THANK YOU!!! We bought an expensive pillowtop mattress two years ago and it has already cratered, regardless of rotation. My lower back has been bound and unreleasable for a long time. ONE NIGHT with two towels folded as per your suggestion and my best night of sleep in two years and my back feels amazing!!

[@mohnisamaze]

A large or extra large moving box flattened out so it covers as much space as possible but also rigid enough to level out the valley in the mattress, slid between mattress and box spring. Worked perfectly.

[@dvega5657]

@@BostonWhoFan515 any update?

[@malenaferina]

That's what am thinking about. My back is killing me😢

[@Jonatron503]

I learned that “pool (foam) noodles” can be placed under the mattress length from head to foot of bed to prevent sagging. Probably depends on how bad the sagging is. Edit (left this message included but placed it below as it’s less relevant): Wow, I haven’t seen one of your older videos until now! I like seeing your transformation

[@cute2berry]

i've had blankets, extra layers, of all sorts, nothing helped until i put a pillow under the mattress in the sagging spot, problem solved

[@vivianguzman4486]

Could this be any kind of pillow?

[@SamM88]

I did the same thing. It’s not a super fix for me, but I’ve been doing it for years and it’s way better than it was.

[@SamM88]

@@annaMlisa513 yes

[@jenaimorehead]

I did that too. Problem solved!!

[@captaintidy4949]

This is the best thankyou soooo mcuh

[@parisgirl3090]

I am so grateful for this advice. We bought a new pillow top mattress that seemed so comfortable but I guess it has no support I couldn’t believe how fast my back started causing me problems and I was actually dreading going to bed. The mattress isn’t even a year old. Going to try this ! Thank you 🙏

[@DrRowe]

Hope it helps!

[@danlee9109]

It's been a week and I must admit it has been helping. My new mattress is a lot softer than my old one and my lower back has been hurting since day 1. Today I got up and just a bit stiff. Much improved from last Saturday. So thankyou very much for your video!

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for watching!

[@danlee9109]

Yep still good. No more back pain! Thanks so much!!😁

[@davidinchcliff4560]

​@DrRowe what? A thin layer of cloth is not going to do any good for a bed saging

[@AnjaLSL]

We just bought an expensive and thick top mattress that turned out to be too soft for us. Every time I got out of bed there was just a huge 'hammock hole' imprint under my butt. After watching this video I tried folding a sheet and placing it tautly across the middle third of the bed where our hips are, under the top / fitted sheet. And then the huge 'hammock hole' was gone. I imagined that after some time the folded sheet would maybe be stretched and give way, so I went and got a thicker polyester top protector sheet that doesn't have any give / cannot be stretched, and so far it does help.

[@jeffspruiel6686]

I can't wait to give this a try tonight.

[@ursonate]

I tried this and it worked and I'm kind of stunned. 😆

[@DrRowe]

Glad to hear that, and thanks for watching!

[@MrSmokey2112]

Thank you! I was looking for a way to fix a hotel room bed while traveling. This should work great on the road.

[@henrychung007]

Genius! It really works! Thanks

[@ianvilla7193]

just tried this and it works! thank you much, i had been using cardboard but this is a much better solution.

[@DrRowe]

Glad to hear it helped, and thanks for watching!

[@spennerFX]

So far this has really helped, so simple. Thank you!

[@DrRowe]

Glad to hear that, and thanks for watching!

[@LP-fl7ib]

Omg!! This truly works!! Thank you!!

[@katherineclark5242]

I just woke up in pain. I found a broken down Amazon box in the closet that I’m using out of desperation. So far it seems to be helping. I just sneezed and did so without extreme discomfort.

[@dlstowe3860]

Where did you place the box, under or over mattress?

[@katherineclark5242]

@@dlstowe3860I placed it just under my fitted sheet.

[@Khryptic]

Mate I just want to say a massive thank you! Your advice has seemingly sorted my ordeal with back pain (for now)! For two months every day without fail id wake with back pain. I tried sleeping on a different bed, a hard-ish floor, using a memory foam mattress topper, on the sofa etc, nothing worked. I even heard putting blankets under the mattress would sort the sag, but none of which sorted the pain issue out. I didn’t want to buy a new mattress in case it didn’t solve the issue as I couldn’t rule out sleeping surface as the problem, plus I can’t afford one right now as I’ve a king size bed and moving & storing it would be a problem, especially if the mattress wasn’t the issue. What I noticed was when I put a flattish pillow under my hips when I woke, it relieved some of the pain and felt good, but the cushion was too thick to sleep under your hips (as I had tried that also). Began researching to see if it was an underlying health condition like spondylosis (cos I’ve injured mine a few times previously). Was beginning to accept this pain may be something I have for the rest of my life, and I’m an active 33 year old, so it’s being quite mentally draining too. Two days ago I came across your video and saw the likes to dislikes ratio. Usually I’d click off quickly but though why not hear you out. Glad I did because it’s such an easy solution and it worked a treat! Decided to leave it a few days to test it before I wrote this in case it was a fluke but no it’s definitely a legit solution, for MY back pain anyway. For anyone reading, don’t be put off by the likes ratio - those who disliked are either upset because it didn’t fix their particular back pain or are idiots who are ignorant and most likely didn’t try it for themselves thinking it would be more fruitful to write a silly comment. Fold the towel to get as much support as you need and sleep with it under your hips. Don’t overfold it because it will put pressure in the opposite direction and become painful. Simple. I’m going to sew an old one together so I don’t have to keep adjusting it for creases every time I sleep. Dr. Rowe, from the bottom of my heart, thank you so much!

[@DrRowe]

Main thing is it worked for you, and that's all that matters. Glad you found the video, and thank you so much for watching!

[@icantstandsbmm8880]

All you had to do was put a pillow under the mattress to push the hollow part of your mattress back up.

[@icantstandsbmm8880]

There’s also a kit that you can buy on Amazon where you replace your mattresses foam and topper for Lee’s than $160. It takes less than 15 minutes to completely turn your back back into a brand new one. Putting a folded towel under your hips is useless. Guaranteed you’re not still going it after all these months. And if you are then maybe you’re no smarter than the idiots you’re trying to call out for using logic. It’s a very short term fix using a towel and I can’t believe someone actually put this out as advice. It couldn’t actually cause more damage than it fixes.

[@westifer8838]

Still working for you?

[@kenyangirl7920]

@@icantstandsbmm8880 name of the Kit please

[@mikesnow304]

I've been putting a rolled up towel under the mattress at the hip line making it appear convex so when I lye on it the hip area feels much firmer! I don't know if it's going to damage mattress long term but at least I can sleep without tossing an turning with lumbar pain

[@rociogallegossanchez]

When I go camping I sleep on the hard floor with just a thin thermic isolation plank and while I'm always a bit sore the first nights, it does WONDERS for my back and I feel great. If this doesn't help, I'm afraid I will start sleeping on the floor for relief. I just can't afford a new mattress

[@lindajones2443]

great info. thanks.. tried and it helped. BUT I need new mattress. have actually been thru about 4 in past year. I have a really bad spine. even a $3000 one didn't work. too hard or too soft. was looking for his video on buying mattress can't find it?

[@kerenjoyfuentes6630]

i tried it now, so much relief! thanksu so much for sharing this video. May God bless you sir. i can sleep well now 😊

[@DrRowe]

Happy to help, and thanks for watching!

[@kerenjoyfuentes6630]

@@DrRowe 💖💖💖💖💖

[@jillsolomon5271]

Ill try. I suffer every night. But my question is how can a thin towel folded once, help with support

[@krishnamirani]

I can buy a new mattress but am afraid to face the same problem again. Can you please suggest a good brand which one should I buy?

[@paulriddell2585]

Ty Ty Ty. Can't wait to try

[@DrRowe]

Hope it helps!

[@paulriddell2585]

It helped a lot. Not half as stuff or hurting

[@kingsfan10000000]

I put a throw pillow between my box spring and my mattress where the mattress sags. Seems to be working pretty well so far.

[@TeluguGovernmentJobsAdda]

It really worked man, thanks a ton

[@DrRowe]

Glad it helped!

[@TheRandomINFJ]

Thanks! I'm wicked poor right now and my mattress is killing me!!! So lame and embarrassing I can't even afford a mattress right now 😔🤦

[@RageMinecraft1]

God bless you!

[@Boostwayneboostlee]

I hear ya 😒

[@MariaHernandez-ii1kr]

I went 15 years before buyn a cheap mattress but it helped. I've used a towel for years .for my neck and a thin towel comes in handy. I always carry one

[@peepla7]

That's freaking brilliant! Worked well. I used spare blanket since I have a queen size bed and tend to roll in my sleep. Didn't roll. Apparently I move to get comfortable and didn't need to after this.

[@DrRowe]

Glad it helped!

[@peepla7]

@@DrRowe me too. Saved me from having to buy a new mattress...I can't use springs...they cause pressure points and I have a blood disorder so my mattress is memory foam with a 25 year guarantee....8 years in...sags right where the hips are at. Your solution is simple, cost effective, and convenient. And this will also help if I need to use it in a hotel or visiting family.

[@MIA_1776]

Will definitely try this suggestion tonight…..will report back!!

[@martiezcaffey7038]

Thank you you are a good and smart person you helped me fall asleep again

[@deborah0536]

My memory foam topper sags a lot. I tried the towel but it won't stay In place I'll try the blanket tonight. Thank you for your video.

[@movementofvitalenergy33]

thanks for this great information, i just did that to my bed. ill let you guys know how it goes.

[@nm6818]

Do you have recs for a truly firm mattress?

[@diamond6256]

I'll try it. I have a Serta perfect sleeper that is in perfect shape, but old and giving now no lower back support. I have opted for 3 inch Latex with a soft topper. It didn't give me the support. My back is killing me and I am not sleeping. Thanks

[@KingsDaughter.]

It looks like I have some lordosis from sleeping on my stomach for years I've changed my sleeping to my back and side but my L5 is still hurting and pinching my nerve. I'll try this suggestion to help me get some relief

[@BizzaroBrainBoi]

omg you are a god send thank you!!!!!

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for watching!

[@EarCandyAsmr]

thank you! I’m trying this tonight until my new mattress arrives!! I seriously wish I knew earlier !! I always thought my bed was so soft and comfy but later realized it has ZERO support

[@DrRowe]

Hope it helps!

[@butterflyygirl]

Thank you so much this already made my madres feel better I’ve been so tired while sleeping in this bed 😢I even placed my madres on the floor at one point 😂 and this is so much better ❤❤ thank you now I don’t have to sleep in my moms bed 😂😂😂 please become a Christian and give your life to Jesus he helps me and he even wanted me to watch this video so can you please turn your life to Jesus please 🙏⭐️⭐️ I think you will go to heaven 😊 give your life to Jesus 💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝

[@jorgetorres7491]

Thank's Mr It Really Does Work

[@DrRowe]

Glad to hear that, and thanks for watching!

[@jorgetorres7491]

@@DrRowe of course you're welcome Mr

[@Hernansanchez_]

I’m going to give it a try

[@DrRowe]

Hope it helps!

[@Bobby-nr1sx]

Will try and let you know

[@Jen-fy3rf]

did it help..?

[@12heatherb]

Omg yes!!! This worked so good thank you!!!

[@DrRowe]

Glad to hear that! Thanks for watching.

[@pinkpeonies3236]

I'm so trying this until my husband and I can get another bed frame!

[@Lady.Shami.Hopeful.Elect777]

Thank you so much🤩

[@DrRowe]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@timbogodin7476]

Thank you...my bed is a mattress only on the floor...art (traditional) student on student loan...barely enough to live on. But tried working too much back pain...even slows me down at college with art projects. 😖😎✌

[@stopjustnoplz6905]

This is like putting tape to close a giant crack in the foundation of a building.

[@tehs3raph1m]

Well if it's flextape, that's probably fine

[@Iononso]

Is it possible to take the foam lay off, since that is what is saggin? I am desperate

[@KingsOfRugby]

I'm just a kid and my mattress has been bothering me for like a year. There's springs sticking up in random positions everywhere. Can't push them back as they'll just spring back. I used to flip my mattress over every month that worked perfectly but I have a high sleeper now and I can't flip it. Any help to fix the springs? It hurts my lower back and shoulders to sleep on what feels like a rock in some areas

[@jamescole3524]

your mattress is trash bud...tell your parents to get you a new mattress before your back is destroyed permanently

[@buren86]

If your parents won't get you one, start a part-time job to pay for a new one. A bad night's sleep is no bueno and affects your whole day. If you start a go fund me , I will donate $20 towards your cause.

[@Confidentk9sCa]

A second hand bed would be better than one with springs coming out. Check with your local Salvation Army or thrift stores.

[@nickjeffers3968]

Hey bud, the cheapest way to fix this is basically to buy part of a new bed, a firm matress topper. Maybe try online or facebook marketplace for the cheapest.

[@sonyalenz]

You need a new mattress for sure, but if that is not in your budget, try getting a piece of shag or thick carpeting (if used, be sure to shampoo & clean it well before using) the size or close to the size, of your mattress, remove all bedding, place 3 regular pillows one after the other down along your mattress then place the carpet upside down on top of the pillows. I recommend you then get a mattress cover, then put on your bedding…it’s a cheaper fix perhaps to a new mattress and will “fill” the lumpiness!

[@Aslakki100]

Thank You! 🙏

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for watching!

[@meyerminute7332]

Works well! Thanks!

[@spiritualinstincttarot]

Ive learned not to buy a pillow top, soft or medium firm mattress ive had them all. I wish i knew this years ago, my mom mattress lasted her 10yrs and she had a firm mattress that stayed comfortable. I have a medium firm mattress that i can flip, ive had for 7yrs now and my back has been in pain, i even been having blankets between the box spring and the mattress and mattress foam boxes under there for 3yrs now, and its no longer working. I also have a memory foam topper that i use to use but took it off yrs ago because it wasn't really working either. I tried sleeping with a pillow between my legs which it help but, thats not really working because of sagging on one side and the middle of the bed and i weigh 200lbs and the only one sleeps in it. I raise my mattress and its the box spring thats making it sink. Im gonna try putting the memory foam topper between the box spring and the mattress and more blankets hoping that work. Next bed i buy im gonna get a firm mattress that flips and good box springs but do you have anymore other suggestions?

[@hastensavoir7782]

How many inches is a normal Dip for the hips part on the mattress?

[@aycaandrews8432]

I did this for my pillow that was unsupportive and it worked, but never thought to do that for my hip and back area. Will try it because my back is killing me.

[@tex6874]

blanket will gone next morning under my leg 😅

[@lindalou7881]

I'm on mattress # 3 and my back still hurts and this lady bed cost me a lot since Ashley store won't warranty unless you buy the cover, foundation, and frame from them and all that adds up then no relief and now broke

[@nikhilluthra2000]

What to do if I sleep on my stomach?

[@drewfan1998]

I use a thick cotton quilt that way as I am heavy and also recovering from, ha ha, Cauda Equina Syndrome, wasn't caught in time so still constant pain. I place it under the entire upper portion of my body with an extra small throw under my hips.

[@DrRowe]

Work out well?

[@drewfan1998]

@@DrRowe Oh yes, daughter and I figured out how to maneuver me out of pain pretty quickly that way. It works great if you have a sturdy towel or blanket, you can adjust how it feels best.

[@kimhay4434]

How can a flat towel like that not even a millimetre tall help support a back

[@Iononso]

It’s called “Let’s sell more mattresses by planned saggin of bed.” They should be ashamed!

[@angelwings3629]

Oh what, put towel? Lol 🤣🤣🤣

[@Ms.Tasties]

I've tried this in the pass before it did work for me but of course i had to change it 2 time's a week sense of course everything has to be recycle. And because it formed Between the Bed and myself so go buy the softest towels I just recycle the when I do laundry

[@JulieWallis1963]

eliette grimes wow! You inability to write a coherent sentence is amazing. I see words, but none of them form an actual sentence!!

[@jaisha8564]

@@JulieWallis1963 your inability of basic reading comprehension despite the sentence structure issues is amazing. Additionally, your lack of ability to keep it moving instead of leaving a purposeless and mean comment for a stranger, is quite pathetic. I hope in these last 5 months you've since reevaluated your life and determined the cause for such a sour attitude and keyboard gangster behavior. SN: I couldn't care less for a response, so don't waste your time again on commenting. Be blessed✌

[@moderaterevolution504]

Easily able to decipher what this person was saying, if you arent a total invalid. English is probably their second language.

[@choops2373]

Lmao my memory foam mattress is deep in the sag. Like REALLY DEEP, I'm thinking about just buying a new one

[@choops2373]

@Ed actually just flipped mine over and it works fine now lol

[@icantstandsbmm8880]

It may be a bit different for yours being that it’s memory foam but try looking on Amazon and you’ll find there are companies out there that you can purchase new mattress foam and toppers from. It’s only $159. You have to cut your bed apart a bit which is kinda scary but there’s a zipper inside and you literally replace the foam and put the new topper on and zip it up and you have a new bed. They have all sorts of different types of foam and it takes like 20 minutes to do it.

[@Kimlovesjesus101]

Don’t ever buy a foam mattress that’s the biggest rip off of all time they a garbage!!!! Inner spring always but do your research.

[@ducksoup80]

I have a relatively new innerspring mattress and this technique works strange thing nothing is wrong with the springs because it’s fairly new just the foam is thicker and through time has begun to sag this mattress has an inch and a quarter of cushioning while my old mattress only had a half inch of foam

[@juniorferreira6999]

Gracias muchas gracias

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for watching!

[@sudilos1172]

LOL maybe your hips are the heaviest part of the body. But for me, and as seen on the side image of a person sleeping. It's my shoulders.

[@GreatestXchange]

Hammock! lol 🌴

[@shenandoahrla8138]

WARNING: NEW MATTRESS’ WILL SAG WITHIN 4 -5 MONTHS, WARRANTIES PERMIT FOR THIS FEATURE!

[@chabisuberi]

I would be surprised if it worked. Let me try and will comment. It would not look too believeable if it did not come from an ortho himself!!

[@cfree5499]

Just one damn towel folded in half?! Hell naw!!

[@jordanwagner89]

A little towel?? 😅 wow ok

[@DrRowe]

Did you try it to see if it works for you?

[@mandiegarrett1706]

LOL

[@theehardpill]

Right 😂😂😂😂

[@jtz100607]

This fkn guy.

[@icantstandsbmm8880]

You’re telling me if someone has a 6” sag in their mattress you want them to put a damn towel under their hips?! Lol Ya ok, cause the towel wouldn’t move around or get twisted up while you toss and turn at night. Also it just wouldn’t work. This entire video is worthless.

[@mukeshjainlalwani703]

exactly same i was 🤔

[@pumpkin0096]

Put it under the sheet and mattress cover. It won't move. Can't judge if you haven't tried.

[@ABHISHEKKUMAR9aug]

Wasted my time

[@omarlives]

Did u just say sleep on a wet towel? Ppl thumbs up'ed this!?

[@DrRowe]

I haven't seen this video in a long time, but I don't think I said wet towel.

[@frankw9836]

rubbish

[@mckaylabaker5302]

God loves us!! get right with him John 3:16 with out him we will perish romans 6:23🤍💜

[@EmluvsJesuschrist]

Amen God bless ❤you’re amazing

[@الف-ن4ر]

Surely, Allah loves those who place their trust in Him. Allah loves the God-fearing. Allah loves those who do good. Surely Allah loves those who maintain justice. Allah loves those who are good in their deeds, Allah loves the steadfast Allah indeed loves the Godwary

[@Abat-f6r]

All Glory to Almighty God in Christ Jesus' name through the Power of His Holy Spirit Amen. May Almighty God continue to Bless you and your precious family and ministry in Christ Jesus' name, Amen. May Almighty God grant you the desires of your heart in Christ Jesus' name, Amen

[@disembodiedstudios]

Oh praise satan the great destractor of boredom, they who welcomes you for who you are no matter your creed, color, sexual orientation or gender. But for real you crazy kids, settle down with all your god stuff, lets just get along, no ones god is better... The roman army is long gone, allah is probably senile by now... Lets just love everyone, differences and all and get along... Cool?