Could it be that you had one of those old "saggy" spring matresses. We bought a new bed a year ago and it was much improved sleep because it was newer technology. I have an iron "hoop" that is placed under the mattress, so when I want to move, I just reach out and grab it. These things are great, but make it a little harder geting into bed as they are kind of in the way. When you find something good , that really helps, you tend to stick with it and tell others to try it. Peace, cs