Many medical professionals worldwide agree that deep pressure stimulation helps relax and soothe the human body. Weighted blankets use this simulation of pressure to offer relief and therapeutic support.
What is a Weighted Blanket?
A weighted blanket is, in essence, a blanket with extra weight in it.
Weighted blankets provide deep touch pressure or DTP. DTP is about gently applying pressure to the body to increase the release of serotonin, a chemical in the body that promotes relaxation.
Benefits of a weighted Blanket:
Weighted therapy can help increase the levels of Serotonin and Melatonin overnight.
Researchers also found that deep pressure significantly decreases cortisol levels. After applying deep pressure, cortisol levels dropped by 31%.
Fights Insomnia
Heavy blankets are mostly used for those with autism or sensory processing disorder, but more and more often they are being used for those with sleeping disorders, like insomnia or restless leg syndrome, as well as people who simply would like to improve
their sleep overall.
The soothing effect of a weighted blanket can create a more
comfortable environment for falling asleep by imitating the feeling of being
swaddled tightly in bed. This close physical connection provides a sense of
warmth and safety, making it easier for the body to relax.
Reduces Anxiety
A weighted blanket is a safe way to lower your stress level and help you reach a relaxed state. The relaxed state results from serotonin
production, which is necessary to release melatonin - the sleep hormone, which
helps determine when we go to sleep and wake up based on our circadian rhythm. This means itll be faster to fall asleep, reduce anxiety, go into a deeper sleep,
and move less throughout the night.
Triggers Release of Feel-Good Hormones
Deep pressure touch triggers the release of
neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin, which are the two major
feel-good hormones for your brain. Both these beneficial compounds can combat
stress, depression, and anxiety, giving you an emotional pick-me-up after a
quick snuggle session.
Mimics a Hug
Both hugs and heavy blankets
trigger the release of oxytocin, a hormone that slows down your heart rate,
reduces blood pressure, and promotes feelings of relaxation.
Material
100% cotton with glass beads
Size options
122 x 183 cm (full-size bed)
7kg
The weight of the blanket you order should be 7%-13% of your weight
Note:
A weighted blanket would
smaller than the same size ordinary blanket because
it is supposed to cover your body, not the entire bed.
For the first few nights, you may feel it is too heavy or too light weight. Getting used to a weighted blanket takes about 2-7 days.
