In the early 1800s, to alleviate patient bedsores, Dr. Neil Arnot created a ‘hydrostatic bed‘ by covering a warm bath with India-rubber cloth and then sealing it with varnish to prevent leaks. In 1893 a British physician, Dr. Portsmouth, patented a similar invention
In 1968 Charles Hall presented waterbed as his Masters thesis project to his San Francisco State University design class. He wanted to forge something that would eliminate pressure points and use heat to relax muscles. Halls first attempt was a Vinyl bag filled with 300 pounds of liquid corn starch, however it had some flaws such as it reduced the pressure points but engulfed anyone who sat on it. Next, Hall thought Jell-o might resolve the glitch, but it still wasnt the right temperature or consistency. So, ultimately he designed the modern present day waterbed: a Vinyl water filled bladder equipped with a temperature control device meant to synchronize with with human body temperature. “I designed a serious sleep product,” he said.
Waterbed: Reasons to own one !!
* Comfort
The oldfangled innerspring, viscoelastic foam and latex beds fail to deliver all the comforts your body pines for. Waterbeds on the contrary attune better to your body type. It uses displacement of water to provide easement and support. It helps you sleep in your natural body position and foster better circulation. You can perfectly adjust and readjust the feel of your waterbed to suit your personal preferences as the water volume in a waterbed is infinitely conformable.
* Durability
All the other bed types are based on compression and expansion of their core material to make the sleeper feel comfortable but over years the material loses its strength and elasticity and it becomes tattered and body dents appear. However the water beds available @ Healthgenie ensure long life and comfort.
* Compatible
It comes in standard size that can be easily placed on your bed like any other conventional mattress. You can choose soft-sided water bed that have fiber batting and interconnected water chambers or even a better quality has a combination of interconnected air and water chambers making them virtually wave-less. Or you can opt for a hard-sided waterbed which is a water filled mattress sitting inside a wooden frame. These have free flowing water inside them. Both are equally reliable and have their own benefits.
Therapeutic Aspects Of Waterbed
Waterbeds have been know to treat many acute medical conditions. Water therapy is known to relax both body and mind, it can reduce your stress level and mental fatigue to astonishing levels. It minimizes pressure around joint and removes pressure from spine thereby relaxing spinal muscles.
* Asthma/Allergies
Waterbed is very hygienic as they do not hold any dead skin, hair, fur, dust etc. The cavities within other beds provide an ideal breeding ground for bed bugs and dust mites. This in return triggers serious allergic conditions and leads to asthmatic attacks too, which is not a case with the waterbeds.
* Back and Spinal support
A waterbed has a fixed degree of movement and variable firmness that allows it to adjust according to your body which makes it perfect for people suffering from spinal problem or back ache. It provides better support. It enhances circulation and alleviates pain. It reduces pressure point.
* Arthritis/Rheumatism
The thermal warmth of the waterbed promotes comfort and circulation. It will soothe the problem and help in sound sleep.
* Burns/Bedsores
Waterbed support the entire body and it reduces the pressure points. This may prove beneficial to those who suffer from bedsores or burns.
* Insomnia Cure
It is the most relaxing surface a person can fall asleep on. It relaxes all the muscles and puts your mind at peace. It is also known to make you sleep faster, with less toss and turns and fewer re-awakening. It restores our energy, stamina and zeal.
Maintain your Waterbed
- Top off the water inside the mattress once a year.
- Treat the water inside the mattress on a regular basis with a cleaner to purify the water
and prevent odor. - Rest just wipe out the surface with a clean cloth.
