Mattress Buying Guides, Mattresses
May 22, 2025
A Guide to the Different Types of Lumbar Support in Saatva Mattresses
Written by Gricelda Torres
Lumbar support is crucial for spinal alignment and pain relief. Saatva mattresses feature various lumbar technologies, including reinforced coils, active spinal wires, gel-infused memory foam, and quilting. These elements target the lower back to reduce strain, improve comfort, and regulate temperature—making options like the Saatva Classic and Saatva Rx ideal for back pain.
If you’ve ever dealt with back pain, you know how much your sleep surface can impact your comfort and overall rest. The good news? The right lumbar support can help alleviate discomfort and promote better sleep.
Lumbar support refers to anything that provides extra reinforcement to the lower back, where the lumbar spine is located. This support is essential in a mattress as it helps maintain proper spinal alignment and reduces strain while you sleep.
Since the spine is already susceptible to stress—often leading to numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness—choosing a mattress with proper lumbar support is key to waking up refreshed and pain-free.
Here’s a breakdown of the different types of lumbar support found in Saatva mattresses.
| Saatva Mattress | Lumbar Support |
| Saatva Classic | Lumbar Zone® Technology, Lumbar Zone® individually wrapped coils, Lumbar Zone® Active Spinal Wire, Lumbar Zone® Quilting, Gel-infused Memory Foam Lumbar Crown |
| Saatva Rx | Lumbar Zone® Technology, Lumbar Zone® Quilting, Gel-infused Memory Foam Lumbar Crown |
| Saatva HD | Lumbar Zone® Technology, Lumbar Zone® Active Spinal Wire |
| Contour5 | Lumbar Zone® PCM Matrix |
| Memory Foam Hybrid | Lumbar Zone® Technology, Lumbar Zone® Quilting, Gel-infused Memory Foam Lumbar Crown |
| Zenhaven | Lumbar Zone® Technology, Lumbar Zone® Quilting |
| Latex Hybrid | Lumbar Zone® Technology |
| Solaire | Lumbar Zone® Quilting |
Different types of lumbar support in Saatva mattresses
Below, we dive into the different types of lumbar support we use, how they work, and which Saatva mattresses feature them.
Lumbar Zone® Technology
What it is
A system that targets the lumbar region (the middle third of the mattress) to provide extra support for spinal alignment
How it works
Reinforced support in the lumbar region enhances comfort and durability where the body needs it most.
Where to find it
Saatva Classic, Saatva HD, Saatva Latex Hybrid, Saatva Rx, Zenhaven, Memory Foam Hybrid
Lumbar Zone® individually wrapped coils
What it is
Individually wrapped coils made from durable recycled steel
How it works
Stronger and firmer coils in the center third of the mattress provide targeted support where your body needs it most. The coils also contour to your curves to relieve pressure points.
Where to find it
Saatva Classic
Lumbar Zone® Active Spinal Wire
What it is
A reinforced wire integrated into the middle third of the mattress
How it works
The wire provides extra support and durability in the lumbar region, promoting healthy spinal alignment and helping relieve back pain.
Where to find it
Saatva Classic, Saatva HD
Lumbar Zone® Quilting
What it is
A specialized quilting technique designed to provide extra support in the lumbar region
How it works
The quilting works in conjunction with other support features like our Lumbar Zone® Technology and Lumbar Zone® Active Spinal Wire to enhance comfort and reduce back pain.
Where to find it
Saatva Classic, Memory Foam Hybrid, Zenhaven, Saatva Rx, Solaire
Gel-infused Memory Foam Lumbar Crown
What it is
A specialized layer of memory foam designed to provide targeted lumbar support while also helping to regulate temperature
How it works
Gel-infused foam helps distribute body weight, reduce pressure points, and draw heat away from the sleep surface, keeping you cooler throughout the night. It also enhances comfort while promoting proper spinal alignment.
Where to find it
Saatva Classic, Memory Foam Hybrid, Saatva Rx
Lumbar Zone® PCM Matrix
What is it
A phase change material that absorbs and dissipates excess body heat
How it works
It helps regulate temperature by absorbing and dispersing excess body heat, keeping the sleep surface cooler. It also enhances lower back support as cool foam maintains its structure for optimal spinal alignment.
Where to find it
Contour5
Choose the best Saatva mattress with lumbar support
Saatva Classic Innerspring Mattress
Our flagship luxury mattress is expertly engineered with coil-on-coil construction for durability, a layer of memory foam for enhanced back support, and a cushiony Euro pillow top for extra comfort.
Saatva Rx Mattress
Specially designed to give maximum support and pressure relief that can help alleviate discomfort associated with serious and chronic back and joint conditions like sciatica, arthritis, herniated disc, and scoliosis.
Saatva HD Mattress
This luxury hybrid innerspring mattress is specifically engineered to support people weighing between 300 and 500 pounds. Plush upper layers made of foam and latex deliver comfort, while a high-durability coil base offers support.
Contour5 Mattress
Luxurious body-hugging feel and pressure relief with 3” of ultra-premium, high-density 5-lb memory foam.
Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress
This memory foam hybrid mattress features the perfect balance of body-contouring and responsive feel. Enjoy the innovative cooling system, which prevents overheating.
Zenhaven Latex Mattress
Natural latex responds to every curve for pressure-free support and responsive comfort. Natural latex is supple, resilient, and durable, for the ultimate in elevated sleep. (It’s naturally hypoallergenic too.)
Latex Hybrid Mattress
This hybrid mattress combines the pressure-free support of natural latex with the classic innerspring feel. Handcrafted with pure materials for the ultimate in cool and healthy sleep.
Solaire Adjustable Firmness Mattress
Featuring precise 50 firmness settings on each side of the bed for personal customization. Natural latex and gel-infused memory foam layers provide luxurious comfort and support.
FAQs
Is the Saatva Classic good for back pain?
Yes, the Saatva Classic is designed with multiple lumbar support features, all of which help promote spinal alignment and alleviate back pain.
Is Saatva sold in stores?
Yes, Saatva mattresses are sold at our Viewing Rooms across the country.
Is sleeping with lumbar support bad?
No, sleeping with lumbar support is beneficial. It helps maintain proper spinal alignment and reduces strain on the lower back, which can alleviate discomfort and promote better sleep.
What’s the best mattress for a lumbar injury?
A mattress with targeted lumbar support, such as our Saatva Rx or Saatva Classic, is ideal for lumbar injuries as it provides reinforced support to the lower back, helping reduce strain and discomfort.
Which type of mattress is best for back pain and sciatica?
Our Saatva Rx is a great option for back pain and sciatica as it features advanced lumbar support technology to help reduce pressure on the lower back while maintaining proper spinal alignment.
Is memory foam good for lumbar pain?
Yes, memory foam can help with lumbar pain. This material contours to the body and helps relieves pressure points for more comfortable sleep.
Find the best mattress with lumbar support at Saatva
At Saatva, we offer a wide range of mattresses with added lumbar support to promote healthy spinal alignment and help relieve back pain during sleep.
All of our mattresses come with a 365-night home trial, free white glove delivery and setup, and a lifetime warranty. Take our mattress quiz to find your perfect match.
Gricelda Torres
Gricelda Torres is a content marketing and communications coordinator at Saatva. She was born and raised in Houston and is a first-generation graduate of the University of Texas at Austin where she studied rhetoric and writing, and journalism. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, crocheting, and traveling.
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