Floating therapy is one of the effective holistic techniques for relaxation. What started as a study on human consciousness and brain reaction to lack of external stimuli has become a physical and mental health therapy. Studies have shown that floating therapy has a positive effect on physical health.
The therapy achieves this by harnessing the intense relaxing power of Magnesium and centering and calming effect of restricted environmental stimulation therapy (REST). And for years now, float therapy has been used to offer amazing health benefits to the body.
But before we look at its benefits, get to know more about float therapy.
What is Floating Therapy?
Floating therapy uses the power of water to help create a restful escape for the mind, body, and soul. There is a unique magical power about water that offers a calming effect to the human brain. Normally, the therapy is performed in a sensory deprivation tank filled with saltwater.
Floating therapy uses the power of water and Epsom salts to help you achieve a state of wellbeing. And when incorporated into your wellness routine, float therapy can help you manage some health complications while improving your quality of life.
And today, we are going to take you through the benefits of float therapy. Just take a look!
Improves Quality of Sleep
As we age, our sleep patterns change. Older people have a high possibility of experiencing sleep deprivation. If you have insomnia, you can improve your sleep patterns with floating therapy. A study done back in 1989 showed that float therapy helps improve the quality of sleep over 12 weeks. Those who float regularly reported healthy sleep patterns making water therapy an effective remedy for insomnia.
Reduce Chronic Stress
Stress can impact the quality of life and affect your productivity. Worse still, when it is in chronic stages, increase your chances of getting health complications or getting depressed. Researchers recommend float therapy as an effective tool for mental health.
Studies have shown that people who practice floating therapy regularly reported reducing stress levels, increased energy, productivity, and improved quality of life.
Helps Manage Anxiety
Anxiety is one of the mental health disorders which are overlooked. Some people who have anxiety may not even know they have it. According to research, almost 20% of people will experience anxiety at some stage in their lifetime.
Float therapy has shown promising results for people with anxiety symptoms. A recent study has shown that those who have floating therapy experience few anxiety symptoms, 37% of those who experience anxiety symptoms remise them completely.
Relaxation
One of the main goals of floating therapy is relaxation. The float tank is designed to offer a destruction-free experience allowing you to achieve a relaxation state faster. As your body floats on water, it calms and relaxes your body, allowing you to achieve a state of sensory relaxation.
It Helps Prevent Eating Disorders
Eating disorders and overreacting to food are usually triggered by stress and trauma. Floating therapy helps you manage eating disorders by keeping stress and traumatic experiences in control.
It Helps Manage Signs of Depression
Float therapy helps the body release the feel-good hormone called endorphins which helps boost mood and stress. This helps the body handle the stress triggers, resulting in depression. Better still, if you have signs of depression, float therapy can help you achieve a state of wellbeing while helping you manage any signs of depression.
Studies have shown that endorphins help prevent and improve symptoms of depression. Making it an effective replacement for medication.
Wrapping Up
Enjoying life when you are calm and relaxed helps you have a positive view even when you are encountered with challenges. Book a floating therapy with us today.