What is a weighted blanket?

Weighted blankets are therapeutic blankets that help people sleep better at night. The additional weight on the blanket uses Deep Touch Pressure that stimulates the pressure points in your body to give it complete relaxation (method commonly used in massages). This has proven to reduce anxiety, relieve pain, and help the user feel more energized when they wake up.

What are the benefits of a weighted blanket?

Weighted blankets are increasingly gaining popularity, and the benefits are vast; improves sleep, increases serotonin (happy hormones), reduces tossing and turning at night, helps relieve pain, improves mood, enhances productivity, eases symptoms of Restless Leg Syndrome, helps treat sensory overload - just to name a few.

How to choose the correct weighted blanket?

Generally, we recommend choosing a weighted blanket that is about 10% of your body weight. If you're in-between weights(for example, 65kgs) we would recommend choosing the heavier blanket and going with 7kgs. Some of our users who have been using a weighted blanket for some time choose to go even heavier, and this is fine as well. It is all dependent on your comfort and needs.

What are weighted blankets made of?

Our weighted blankets are filled with safe and allergen-free fine grade high density glass beads which are shatter-proof, lead-free and noise-less for the additional weight. Our Blankets are made from 100% organic and natural fabrics such as cotton, velvet and bamboo.

Who should use a weighted blanket?

Weighted blankets are widely being used by kids, teenagers, adults and even senior citizens. It is not only for anyone with sleep issues, anxiety or stress but for anyone who's looking to improve their sleep patterns.

adults and even senior citizens. It is not only for anyone with sleep issues, anxiety or stress but for anyone who's looking to improve their sleep patterns.

It does not! The weight of the blanket does not affect the warmth. We use safe and allergen-free fine grade high density glass beads that do not trap heat, keeping you cool and composed all through the year. it provides the same warmth as your regular blanket. Our blankets are made from 100% natural and premium materials and we offer 3 different fabrics for your comfort; 1). Cotton - soft and breathable, perfect for warmer weather. 2) Velvet - for that plush and luxurious touch and 3). Bamboo- known to be a cooling fabric. Making it a perfect blanket for all seasons.

How long does it take to get used to sleeping with a weighted blanket?

Whether or not this is the first time you're using a weighted blanket, it's important to allow your body to adjust to the additional weight with ease. Don't rush the process! We highly recommend using the weighted blanket for shorter periods of time while your body adjust (cue cozy naps on the couch!). For night-time sleep, we recommend using the blanket over half of your body for about a week. Feel free to use your normal comforter or flat sheet during this time to keep warm! Once the week is up, you can slowly move the blanket up each day until it covers you completely. It can sometimes take up to 14 days for your body to full adjust to the new added weight. It takes roughly 14-21 days for us to form new habits, so give your body time to adjust to the weight and to the benefits. Deep sleep is on the horizon.

Should I sleep under weight if I have a pre-existing medical condition?

While weighted blankets can help to treat some common sleep disorders, sleeping under weight isn’t recommended for people with certain pre-existing medical conditions, such as sleep apnea. Some people with conditions such as these found it uncomfortable to sleep under weight. If you have a condition that you’re concerned about, we always recommend that you check in with a healthcare professional before trying out a weighted blanket. Don’t forget that we also offer a 14-day return policy, so if you get the green light from your doctor, you can try out one of our blankets and see if it works for you!

Research On The Effectiveness Of Weighted Blankets

June 28, 2021

The studies outlined below provide a strong scientific foundation of the therapeutic power of sleeping under weight.

Research study 1:

Physiological Effects of Deep Touch Pressure on Anxiety Alleviation: The Weighted Blanket Approach

The findings from this study demonstrate that weights blankets can calm the body and alleviate anxiety.

Research study 2:

Positive Effects of a Weighted Blanket on Insomnia

Weighted blankets are a natural, non-medicinal way to improve sleep quality, can lead to calmer sleep, waking up more refreshed and aid in reducing insomnia.

Research study 3:

A Randomized Controlled Study of Weighted Chain Blankets for Insomnia in Psychiatric Disorders

This study found that weighted chain blankets are an effective and safe intervention for insomnia in patients with major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Research study 4:

Weighted Blankets: Anxiety Reduction in Adult Patients Receiving Chemotherapy

Based on the finding of this study, patients receiving chemotherapy experienced reduced anxiety when using a weighted blanket during treatment.

Research study 5:

The Effects of Deep Pressure Touch on Anxiety

This study demonstrates that deep pressure touch can lower heart rate and ultimately reduce anxiety.

Research study 6:

Pilot Study of a Sensory Room in an Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

Participants in this study who used a weighted blanket said they felt significantly less distressed and anxious.

Research study 7:

The Biologic Effects of Grounding the Human Body

Research findings include that weighted blankets have a grounding effect on the body and this can lower cortisol levels (especially in women), relieve pain, stress, and problematic sleep.

Research study 8:

Exploring the Safety and Therapeutic Effects of Deep Pressure Stimulation Using a Weighted Blanket

This study found it is safe to sleep under a weighted blanket of up to 30 lb. After sleeping under a weighted blanket 63% of participants felt less anxious and 78% of participants chose it as their preferred calming method.

Case Study:

A Case Of Effective Usage Of A Weighted Blanket For A Person With Severe Dementia

This case study demonstrated that an elderly woman suffering from sleep disorders brought on by dementia, found that using a weighted blanket of around 15% of her bodyweight helped improve her overall sleep quality.

Here is a list of the top 15 benefits of weighted blankets:

Brings better sleep
Calms stress-levels
Alleviates anxiety
Lulls insomnia
Helps relieve pain
Fights side-effect of fibromyalgia
Brings the health benefits of hugging
Helps autistic people rest easier
Strengthens attention span
Helps treat sensory overload
Can improve mood
Helps soothe symptoms of OCD
Eases symptoms of RLS
Helps fight PTSD-related sleep battles
Supports the unique sleep needs of the elderly

Let’s dig a little deeper into some of these science-backed benefits.

Weighted blankets can treat symptoms of RLS

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) can transform from a minor annoyance to a known sleep nemesis. Although there isn’t a cure for this curious condition, sleeping under weight can help relieve RLS symptoms.

How do weighted blankets relieve pain?

The therapeutic full-body pressure of a weighted blanket can alleviate pain and boost general wellbeing — all while we’re sleeping. Keeping in mind that pain is a personal path and the remedies that work for one person may not have the same effect on another, chronic pain often comes with high cortisol, reduced serotonin, and lackluster sleep.

Weighted blankets provide an easy-to-use and natural way to tackle these troubles.

Weighted blankets can fight fibromyalgia symptoms

Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition often accompanied by sleep troubles and intense fatigue. Some people suffering from fibromyalgia have found weighted blankets beneficial in relieving sleep- and anxiety-related symptoms.

Great for PTSD

I have PTSD and this blanket has really helped me fall asleep with less anxiety. I also notice I sleep longer. It also helps during the day when I have anxiety.

Anna C.

Improve your mood with a weighted blanket

If tossing and turning at night is taking its toll on your daytime demeanor, try using a weighted blanket to help improve your mood. The natural serotonin-boosting effects of sleeping under weight help you sleep deeper and wake up feeling better.

Conclusion

If it’s stress making you moody, using a weighted blanket also helps curb high cortisol levels. We’ve all experienced the crankiness that comes from having a restless night, and it’s no secret that irritability and sleep deprivation go hand in hand. But, rest assured, sleeping under a knitted weighted blanket can help put the spring back in your step.

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