So I was diagnosed with scoliosis as a young child. I have spent more than two thirds of my life living with treatment, physical therapy, alternative therapies, trying gimics and endless amounts prescription pain meds. As an adult I have been diagnosed with degenerative arthritis, severe spondylitis and sciatica issues. Top all of that off with the fact the I spent a lot of time as cyclist, participation in roller derby and just an active person. I have known for some time that I would have to start being kinder to my body. Being able to rest and recover after events is crucial. December 2015, I had major spine surgery. 16 screws, 12 hooks and 4 titanium rods now connect from T8 to S1 (Google a spinal map for a better picture of what that looks like.). Having a solid, comfortable bed is tremendous. We have tried conventional sleep systems. They still required modifications for me. I started looking online. Like most people, the thought of buying a mattress sight unseen (especially with my issues) is just not going to happen. So I started researching. I looked at all of the 'internet' mattresses. Most did not answer any of my questions. The thought alone of being on a foam mattress made me sweat. Memory foam toppers are not only hot but they felt like I was laying wet sand. Nope, I needed to know more. I looked at real customer reviews online. I tried online chatting with representatives from the different online retailers. Not one had answers to my questions... except Purple. The others maybe had longer warranties or trial periods. Some cost more, some a little less. However, they couldn't or wouldn't answer my questions. Purple has been a straight shooter from the start. We received our Purple mattress about 50 days ago. We live in Texas and it was nearing the end of our triple digit summertime so I was concerned that first night about being too warm. We were both pleasantly surprised. Neither of us was warm and we both woke up snuggled under our blankets. For me and my pain issues, I slept well. Not just good or okay, but well. I have my good days and bad days still, but I feel rested and it is easier to wake up. So far so good. Now we have the big test... holidays with the inlaws. We were out of town for Thanksgiving. I had to sleep in a recliner for FOUR NIGHTS. I could not get comfortable on any of the guest beds or our expensive air mattress we bring with when we travel. Pain levels were very high. I could not wait to be home. After getting home, unloading, cleaning up and got ready just chill with a movie before bed time. I started the movie and crawled into bed. Within 15 minutes I was out cold. I woke this morning, rested. Still a little sore but rested and was able to start my day without having to hit the pain meds first. I have definitely missed my Purple sleeps. From their amazing customer service team (Travis is AWESOME!), highly hilarious marketing to just simply producing a quality product, I cannot recommend this mattress enough. I look forward to my continued healing and living my active lifestyle, knowing that I can truly rest and recharge in the supportive comfort of my Purple mattress. Thanks!