Coping with Insomnia

Insomnia is a major problem in the United States. As a matter of fact, about 58% of adults in the United States experience insomnia throughout the week. I'm currently suffering from insomnia as well so I figured I'd find a few tips to help solve this problem.

1) Place your alarm clock out of sight. It's distressing to wake up to a clock that tells you how much time you have left to sleep. That's enough stress to keep you awake which will more than likely lessen your chances of falling back to sleep.

2) Keep the room at a moderate temperature and avoid as much light as possible. It's always best for you to relax as much as possible. It's common sense to keep a dark setting and a comfortable room temperature.

3) Avoid caffeine, naps during the day, and nicotine. All of these will definitely prevent you from sleeping well. If you do have caffeine and nicotine, remember to avoid having them in the late afternoon.

4) Use your bed only for sleep. It's not a good idea to do work in your bed. It's always best to be as restful as you can. Keep the stress away from the bedroom.

5) Never exercise around bedtime. Don't get me wrong, exercise is a great way to induce sleeping but that should be done earlier in the day. Having your adrenaline pumping for hitting the sheets is not a good way to go sleep. Your body needs time to relax and calm down.

Another Hotel with Adjustable Beds

A few weeks ago, we discussed the Westminster Hotel in New Jersey, which became the first hotel to offer an adjustable bed in every room in the hotel. This shows a strong commitment to the guest and might very well be the beginning of a trend. Recently the Hilton Garden Inn opened up in Chattanooga Tennessee and has placed adjustable beds in their king bed rooms.

In addition to the standard features that have become common to hotel stay, such as free wireless internet, in-room refrigerators, and HD TV's, this hotel has decided to take the next step and improve the comfort and health of their guests.

They have placed adjustable beds in all of their king rooms and have upwards of forty rooms that feature these beds. Aside from the medical benefits of an adjustable bed, one of the great things about an adjustable bed is how comfortable they are for watching TV or reading. This makes them a great choice for a hotel, because many guests like to relax on the bed after a long day.

A king sized adjustable bed is actually two individual twin beds that are secured next to each other. This allows the two sides of the bed to be operated independently, so one person can be watching TV and the other in a lower sleeping position.

Looking for a Good Nights Rest?

If you are looking for a good nights sleep, then you probably don't have to look too much farther than an adjustable bed. Adjustable beds have been used in hospitals for centuries, but they did not become popular in the home until the late 1960's. Today they are found in homes across the country and even in upscale hotels.

An adjustable bed allows the foot and head portion to be raised. They are adjusted by an attached control and an electric motor is used to move the bed in most of the models that are available today. There are some beds that also can be raised and lowered.

These beds are called Hi-Low beds and make it easier and safer to transfer into or out of the bed. They are often used by caretakers who might otherwise be unable to safely move their ward. Some beds offer Hi-Low functionality and combine it with adjustable bed functionality, which allows for a safe and comfortable sleeping experience.

Using an adjustable bed is usually done by an attached remote control, which prevents it from being lost or ever out of reach. Some beds also offer wireless remotes, which are great if the bed is being used by a caretaker.